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The case for aeolian control of meter-scale surface texture on MarsThe origin of Mars surface units and the extent of subsequent cratering play key roles in determining surface texture. At scale sizes of 0.1-10 meters, however, there is a growing body of evidence that wind is the dominant force. The direct and indirect evidence which implies that meter-scale surface texture on Mars is controlled by the wind is presented. Since radar is uniquely sensitive to structure on these scales, radio wave scattering data can provide insight on aeolian activity available from no other source.
Document ID
19840015460
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Simpson, R. A.
(Stanford Univ. CA, United States)
Tyler, G. L.
(Stanford Univ. CA, United States)
Date Acquired
August 12, 2013
Publication Date
April 1, 1984
Publication Information
Publication: NASA. Washington Rept. of Planetary Geology Program, 1983
Subject Category
Lunar And Planetary Exploration
Accession Number
84N23528
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.
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