The Volcanoes of Mars

The Volcanoes of Mars offers a clear, cohesive summary of Mars volcanology. Beginning with the volcanic history of the Red Planet, each distinct volcanic province is discussed, including identifying the common and unique aspects of each region. Incorporating basic geomorphological information and constraints on the regional geologic history derived from geologic mapping, the book also examines current constraints on the composition of the volcanic rocks as investigated by both orbiting spacecraft and rovers. Additionally, it compares the features of Martian volcanoes to those seen on other volcanic bodies. Concluding with prospects for new knowledge to be gained from future Mars missions, The Volcanoes of Mars brings researchers in volcanology and the study of Mars up to date on the latest findings in the study of volcanoes on Mars, allowing the reader to compare and contrast Martian volcanoes to volcanoes studied on Earth and throughout the solar system. Clearly organized with text and figures that will quickly allow the reader to find a specific aspect of Martian volcanologyIncludes definitions of geological and volcanological terms throughout to aid interdisciplinary understandingSummarizes key results for each region of Mars and offers recommendations for key literature to facilitate further discoverySynthesizes the most current data from multiple spacecraft missions, including the Mars Reconnaissance OrbiterUtilizes published geologic mapping results to establish the context in which volcanic centers can best be evaluated INDICE: 1. Introduction: Welcome to Mars! 2. Aerography 3. The Tharsis Province 4. The Elysium Province 5. Circum-Hellas Province 6. Syrtis Major and Highland Paterae 7. Medusae Fossae Formation and the Northern Lowlands 8. Composition and Modeling 9. Lava Worlds 10. What's Next?

• ISBN: 9780128228760
• Editorial: Elsevier
• Encuadernacion: Rústica
• Páginas: 260
• Fecha Publicación: 10/12/2020
• Nº Volúmenes: 1
• Idioma: Inglés