The Martian surface : composition, mineralogy, and physical properties /
The Martian surface : composition, mineralogy, and physical properties /
edited by Jim Bell.
- Cambridge, UK ; New York : Cambridge University Press, 2008.
- 1 online resource (xvii, 636 pages, 32 unnumbered pages of plates) : illustrations (some color), maps
- Cambridge planetary science ; 9 .
- Cambridge planetary science series ; 9. .
Includes bibliographical references and index.
pt. 1. Introduction and historical perspective -- pt. 2. Elemental composition : orbital and in situ surface measurements -- pt. 3. Mineralogy and remote sensing of rocks, soil, dust, and ices -- pt. 4. Physical properties of surface materials -- pt. 5. Synthesis -- pt. 6. Summary, upcoming missions, and new measurement needs.
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.
English.
9780511415104 (electronic bk.) 0511415109 (electronic bk.) 9780511536076 (ebook) 0511536070 (ebook) 9780511412806 (eBook ; ebrary) 0511412800 (eBook ; ebrary) 1107179041 9781107179042 1283330954 9781283330954 9786613330956 6613330957 0511414420 9780511414428 0511413726 9780511413728 (hardback)
SCIENCE--Earth Sciences--General.
Planets--Surfaces.
Planets--Geology.
Mars (Planet)--Surface.
Mars (Planet)--Geology.
Mars (Planète)--Surface.
Mars (Planète)--Géologie.
Mars (Planet)
Electronic books.
QB641 / .M375 2008eb
559.923
Includes bibliographical references and index.
pt. 1. Introduction and historical perspective -- pt. 2. Elemental composition : orbital and in situ surface measurements -- pt. 3. Mineralogy and remote sensing of rocks, soil, dust, and ices -- pt. 4. Physical properties of surface materials -- pt. 5. Synthesis -- pt. 6. Summary, upcoming missions, and new measurement needs.
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.
English.
9780511415104 (electronic bk.) 0511415109 (electronic bk.) 9780511536076 (ebook) 0511536070 (ebook) 9780511412806 (eBook ; ebrary) 0511412800 (eBook ; ebrary) 1107179041 9781107179042 1283330954 9781283330954 9786613330956 6613330957 0511414420 9780511414428 0511413726 9780511413728 (hardback)
SCIENCE--Earth Sciences--General.
Planets--Surfaces.
Planets--Geology.
Mars (Planet)--Surface.
Mars (Planet)--Geology.
Mars (Planète)--Surface.
Mars (Planète)--Géologie.
Mars (Planet)
Electronic books.
QB641 / .M375 2008eb
559.923