The Geology of Mars: Evidence from Earth-Based Analogs

Book Overview

Research into the geological processes operating on Mars relies on interpretation of images and other data returned by unmanned orbiters, probes and landers. Such interpretations are based on our knowledge of processes occurring on Earth Terrestrial analog studies therefore play an important role in understanding the geological features observed on Mars. This 2007 book presents direct comparisons between locales on Earth and Mars, and contains contributions...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0521832926
• ISBN13: 9780521832922
• Release Date: May 2007
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Length: 484 Pages
• Weight: 2.52 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 7.3" x 10.2"