Remote sensing of lunar pyroclastic mantling deposits

Reflectance spectra from several regional lunar pyroclastic deposits are presented in support of the theory that mantling units have a unique spectral signature indicative of the presence of a significant, Fe-bearing volcanic glass component. The Rime Bode region discussed is illustrative of an area in which several types of remote sensing data were used to reconstruct the geologic events associated with the emplacement of a regional pyroclastic mantling deposit. Five new areas are identified on the basis of the present data which may represent higher albedo regional pyroclastic deposits.