The Martian Surface: Composition, Mineralogy and Physical Properties

Автор: Fran Bagenal, David Jewitt, Carl Murray, Jim Bell, Ralph Lorenz, Francis Nimmo, Sara Russell
Издательство: Cambridge University Press
Год: 2008
Страниц: 688
Размер: 6,97 МБ

Phenomenal new observations from Earth-based telescopes and Mars-based orbiters, landers, and rovers have dramatically advanced our understanding of the past environments on Mars. These include the first global-scale infrared and reflectance spectroscopic maps of the surface, leading to the discovery of key minerals indicative of specific past climate conditions; the discovery of large reservoirs of subsurface water ice; and the detailed in situ roving investigations of three new landing sites. This is an important, new overview of the compositional and mineralogic properties of Mars since the last major study published in 1992. An exciting resource for all researchers and students in planetary science, astronomy, space exploration, planetary geology, and planetary geochemistry where specialized terms are explained to be easily understood by all who are just entering the field.
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Подробный анализ композиционных и минералогических свойств Марса. Отличный ресурс для исследователей и учащихся в областях планетарной науки, астрономии, освоения космоса, планетарной геологии и планетарной геохимии.