THEMIS observes possible cave skylights on Mars
Geophysical Research Letters
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Abstract
Seven possible skylight entrances into Martian caves were observed on and around the flanks of Arsia Mons by the Mars Odyssey Thermal Emission Imaging System (THEMIS). Distinct from impact craters, collapse pits or any other surface feature on Mars, these candidates appear to be deep dark holes at visible wavelengths while infrared observations show their thermal behaviors to be consistent with subsurface materials. Diameters range from 100 m to 225 m, and derived minimum depths range between 68 m and 130 m. Most candidates seem directly related to pitcraters, and may have formed in a similar manner with overhanging ceilings that remain intact.
| Publication type | Article |
|---|---|
| Publication Subtype | Journal Article |
| Title | THEMIS observes possible cave skylights on Mars |
| Series title | Geophysical Research Letters |
| DOI | 10.1029/2007GL030709 |
| Volume | 34 |
| Issue | 17 |
| Year Published | 2007 |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | American Geophysical Union |
| Publisher location | Washington, D.C. |
| Contributing office(s) | Astrogeology Science Center |
| Description | 5 p. |
| Larger Work Type | Article |
| Larger Work Subtype | Journal Article |
| Larger Work Title | Geophysical Research Letters |
| Other Geospatial | Mars |
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