Statistics
Scientific paper
Jan 1981
adsabs.harvard.edu/cgi-bin/nph-data_query?bibcode=1981natur.289...17p&link_type=abstract
Nature, vol. 289, Jan. 8, 1981, p. 17-21.
Statistics
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Classifications, Europa, Photogeology, Photomapping, Satellite Surfaces, Structural Properties (Geology), Terrain Analysis, Frequency Distribution, Image Resolution, Imaging Techniques, Voyager 2 Spacecraft, Jupiter, Satellites, Europa, Patterns, Lineaments, Distribution, Classification, Data, Surface, Fractures, Features, Maps, Albedo, Morphology, Geometry, Analysis, Voyager 2, Topography, Terrain
Scientific paper
A classification scheme is presented for the lineaments and associated polygonal patterns observed on the surface of Europa, and the frequency distribution of the polygons is discussed in terms of the stress-relief fracturing of the surface. The lineaments are divided on the basis of albedo, morphology, orientation and characteristic geometry into eight groups based on Voyager 2 images taken at a best resolution of 4 km. The lineaments in turn define a system of polygons varying in size from small reticulate patterns the limit of resolution to 1,000,000 sq km individuals. Preliminary analysis of polygon side frequency distributions reveals a class of polygons with statistics similar to those found in complex terrestrial terrains, particularly in areas of well-oriented stresses, a class with similar statistics around the antijovian point, and a class with a distribution similar to those seen in terrestrial tensional fracture patterns. Speculations concerning the processes giving rise to the lineament patterns are presented.
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