Agnis
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| Orbital characteristics | ||
| Mass (Kg) | 7.97E+22 | |
| Radius (Km) | 1,415 | |
| Solar Day (h) | 14.2 | |
| Orbital Period (days) | 10.5 | |
| Semi-Major Axis (Km) | 1,271,333(km) | |
| Periapsis (AU) | .009 | |
| Apoapsis (AU) | .009 | |
| Albedo | .35 | |
| Surface Temperature (K) | 136 | |
| Surface Gravity (m/s^2) | 2.74 | |
| Axial Tile (degrees) | 3.7 | |
| Inclination (degrees) | 0 | |
| Orbital Speed (Km/s) | 25.9 | |
| Satellites | None | |
Agnis is the third of the three known, major moons of Chrysos.
North Polar Regions
The North Polar region of Agnis is characterized by its icy and rugged terrain, dominated by thick ice caps and frozen methane lakes. The region experiences extremely low temperatures, resulting in a predominantly frozen landscape. The surface is dotted with large, jagged ice formations and deep crevasses caused by the constant freezing and thawing cycles. Occasional geysers of water and methane erupt through the ice, driven by geothermal activity beneath the surface. The polar region is shrouded in darkness for most of its year, with brief periods of sunlight creating stark contrasts in the icy wilderness.
Equatorial Regions
The Equatorial region of Agnis presents a more temperate climate compared to its poles, featuring a mixture of rocky and sandy terrains. This region receives the most sunlight, making it the warmest part of the moon. The landscape includes expansive plains of dark basalt rock, interspersed with areas of fine, golden dust. The equatorial zone experiences significant geological activity, including frequent volcanic eruptions that contribute to the formation of vast lava plains. The presence of various mineral deposits suggests that the equator may have once harbored liquid water. Dust storms occasionally sweep across the plains, reshaping the landscape and revealing new geological features.
Southern Polar Regions
The South Polar region of Agnis, like the North Polar region, is dominated by ice and cold temperatures. However, this area experiences slightly more sunlight due to the moon's axial tilt, leading to periodic melting and refreezing of the ice. The terrain is a mix of smooth ice fields and rugged, rocky outcrops, creating a visually striking contrast. The South Pole is home to several large subglacial lakes, kept liquid by geothermal heat from the moon's interior. These lakes are of particular interest to scientists studying the potential for microbial life. The dynamic interplay between ice and geothermal activity results in unique formations such as ice caves and melt-water channels.
