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Giant Volcano Discovered on Mars.

Authors :
BARBUZANO, JAVIER
Source :
Sky & Telescope. 2024, Vol. 148 Issue 1, p8-8. 1p.
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

Scientists have discovered the remains of a giant volcano on Mars called Noctis Mons. The volcano, located near the equator, is 250 kilometers wide and reaches elevations of over 9 kilometers. Extensive erosion had previously concealed its nature. The discovery of the volcano is significant as it ties in with other findings in the region, including hints of a buried glacier underneath the volcanic slopes. The combination of glaciers and magmatism is tantalizing for the prospect of finding biosignatures. [Extracted from the article]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00376604
Volume :
148
Issue :
1
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Sky & Telescope
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
176526095