Orbital observations of the lunar highlands on Apollo 16 and their interpretationFrom orbital altitudes, the lunar highlands display the same surface characteristics on both the far and near sides. Rugged terra and plains forming materials all appear as if dusted with a uniform mantle. No stratigraphy or evidence of layering are seen in highland craters, with the possible exception of South Ray Crater in the Descartes landing site area. Among the discussed small scale features of the lunar highlands are: fine lineaments, that appear to be real rather than artifacts of lighting, on both horizontal and inclined surfaces; ridge-like scarps that cut across highland topography; and benches that are believed to be high lava marks rather than talus accumulates.
Document ID
19740040059
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Proceedings
Authors
Mattingly, T. K. (NASA Johnson Space Center Houston, Tex., United States)
El-Baz, F. (National Air and Space Museum Washington, D.C., United States)