Mathematics – Logic
Scientific paper
May 2008
adsabs.harvard.edu/cgi-bin/nph-data_query?bibcode=2008jgre..11306s05c&link_type=abstract
Journal of Geophysical Research, Volume 113, Issue E6, CiteID E06S05
Mathematics
Logic
7
Planetary Sciences: Solid Surface Planets: Erosion And Weathering, Planetary Sciences: Solid Surface Planets: Surface Materials And Properties, Planetary Sciences: Solar System Objects: Mars
Scientific paper
A total of 3140 individual particles were examined in 31 soils along Spirit's traverse. Their size, shape, and texture were quantified and classified. They represent a unique record of 3 years of sedimentologic exploration from landing to sol 1085 covering the Plains Unit to Winter Haven where Spirit spent the Martian winter of 2006. Samples in the Plains Unit and Columbia Hills appear as reflecting contrasting textural domains. One is heterogeneous, with a continuum of angular-to-round particles of fine sand to pebble sizes that are generally dust covered and locally cemented in place. The second shows the effect of a dominant and ongoing dynamic aeolian process that redistributes a uniform population of medium-size sand. The texture of particles observed in the samples at Gusev Crater results from volcanic, aeolian, impact, and water-related processes.
Anderson Robert C.
Cabrol Nathalie A.
Cohen Barbara A.
D'Uston Claude
Franklin Brenda
No associations
LandOfFree
Soil sedimentology at Gusev Crater from Columbia Memorial Station to Winter Haven does not yet have a rating. At this time, there are no reviews or comments for this scientific paper.
If you have personal experience with Soil sedimentology at Gusev Crater from Columbia Memorial Station to Winter Haven, we encourage you to share that experience with our LandOfFree.com community. Your opinion is very important and Soil sedimentology at Gusev Crater from Columbia Memorial Station to Winter Haven will most certainly appreciate the feedback.
Profile ID: LFWR-SCP-O-1067322