The crustal tectonics and history of Europa: A structural, morphological, and comparative analysis

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Europa, Ice Mapping, Stratigraphy, Structural Properties (Geology), Tectonics, Terrain Analysis, Thematic Mapping, Fracture Mechanics, Image Enhancement, Plates (Tectonics), Pressure Ice, Tides, Voyager 2 Spacecraft

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An evaluation of surface features and structures on the Galilean moon Europa is made using the available high resolution Voyager imagery, low resolution support imaging, and what understanding of ice structure and mechanical behavior science has that is applicable to the problem. A general discussion of the history of Europa studies and the fundamental global morphology is undertaken. The visible lineament and terrain patterns are described, and possible origins discussed. Observations of faulting and block rotation previously described are amplified. A comparison of Europa's structures to terrestrial sea ice and lava lake crust features is also included. Finally, an attempt is made at synthesizing a unified model for the evolution of Europa's crust is presented which is compared with models developed by others.

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