new Jim Bell book soon: "The Martian Surface"

new Jim Bell book soon: "The Martian Surface"

Stu View Member Profile	May 30 2008, 10:14 AM Post #1
The Poet Dude Group: Moderator Posts: 5551 Joined: 15-March 04 From: Kendal, Cumbria, UK Member No.: 60	Oooh... nice... The Martian Surface: Composition, Mineralogy and Physical Properties (Cambridge Planetary Science) by Jim Bell Synopsis Phenomenal new observations from Earth-based telescopes and Mars-based orbiters, landers, and rovers have dramatically advanced our understanding of the past environments on Mars. These include the first global-scale infrared and reflectance spectroscopic maps of the surface, leading to the discovery of key minerals indicative of specific past climate conditions; the discovery of large reservoirs of subsurface water ice; and the detailed in situ roving investigations of three new landing sites. This an important, new overview of the compositional and mineralogic properties of Mars since the last major study published in 1992. An exciting resource for all researchers and students in planetary science, astronomy, space exploration, planetary geology, and planetary geochemistry where specialized terms are explained to be easily understood by all who are just entering the field. Product details Hardcover: 688 pages Publisher: Cambridge University Press (5 Jun 2008) Language English ISBN-10: 0521866987 ISBN-13: 978-0521866989 Price: £95.00 -------------------- Homepage Astropoetry "Cumbrian Sky" blog "Road to Endeavour" blog