The Martian surface : composition, mineralogy, and physical properties /
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| Imprint: | Cambridge, UK ; New York : Cambridge University Press, 2008. |
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| Description: | 1 online resource (xvii, 636 pages, 32 unnumbered pages of plates) : illustrations (some color), maps |
| Language: | English |
| Series: | Cambridge planetary science ; 9 Cambridge planetary science series ; 9. |
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| Format: | E-Resource Book |
| URL for this record: | http://pi.lib.uchicago.edu/1001/cat/bib/11813683 |
| Summary: | 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 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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| Physical Description: | 1 online resource (xvii, 636 pages, 32 unnumbered pages of plates) : illustrations (some color), maps |
| Bibliography: | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| ISBN: | 9780511415104 0511415109 9780511536076 0511536070 9780511412806 0511412800 9780521866989 |