Trapped noble gases in meteoritesThe trapped noble gases in meteorites come in two main varieties, usually referred to as solar and planetary. The solar noble gases are implanted solar-wind or solar-flare materials, and thus their relative elemental abundances provide a good estimate of those of the sun. The planetary noble gases have relative elemental abundances similar to those in the terrestrial atmosphere, but there are also important distinctions. At least one other elemental pattern (subsolar) and several isotopic patterns have also been identified.
Document ID
19890040129
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Proceedings
Authors
Swindle, Timothy D. (Arizona, University Tucson, United States)