Energetic Proton Losses Near Io Due to Atmospheric Charge Exchange

New research investigates energetic proton losses near Jupiter's moon Io, attributing them to charge exchange interactions with Io's atmosphere and corona. The study utilizes data to model these complex space physics phenomena.

• Io's thin atmosphere causes energetic proton losses via charge exchange.
• The atmosphere is primarily sulfur dioxide, influenced by volcanic activity.
• Charge exchange involves ions acquiring electrons from neutral atoms.
• Research is published as a preprint, awaiting peer review.
• Findings enhance understanding of Jupiter's magnetosphere and Io's environment.

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