Martian Gullies and their Earth Analogues
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Gullies on Mars resemble terrestrial gullies involved in the transport of abundant material down steep slopes by liquid water. However, liquid water should not be stable at the Martian surface. The articles in this volume present the two main opposing theories for Martian gully formation: climate-driven melting of surficial water-ice deposits and seasonal dry-ice sublimation. The evidence presented ranges from remote-sensing observations, to experimental simulations, to comparison with Earth analogues. The opposing hypotheses imply either that Mars has been unusually wet in the last few million years or that it has remained a cold dry desert – both with profound implications for understanding the water budget of Mars and its habitability. The debate questions the limits of remote-sensing data and how we interpret active processes on extra-terrestrial planetary surfaces, even beyond those on Mars, as summarized by the review paper at the beginning of the book.
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Martian gullies and their Earth analogues: introductionAuthor(s)Susan J. Conway;Susan J. ConwayCNRS, UMR 6112 Laboratoire de Planétologie et Géodynamique, Université de Nantes, France
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Search for other works by this author on:Tjalling de Haas;Tjalling de HaasDepartment of Geography, Durham University, South Road, Durham DH1 3LE, UKFaculty of Geoscience, Universiteit Utrecht, Princetonlaan 8a, 3584 CB Utrecht, The NetherlandsSearch for other works by this author on:Tanya N. Harrison;Tanya N. HarrisonSchool of Earth and Space Exploration, Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ 85287, USASearch for other works by this author on:Paul A. Carling;Paul A. CarlingGeography and Environment, University of Southampton, Highfield, Southampton SO17 1BJ, UKSearch for other works by this author on:Jonathan CarrivickJonathan CarrivickSchool of Geography, University of Leeds, Leeds LS2 9JT, UKSearch for other works by this author on: -
Martian gullies: a comprehensive review of observations, mechanisms and insights from Earth analoguesAuthor(s)Susan J. Conway;Susan J. ConwayLaboratoire de Planétologie et Géodynamique de Nantes – UMR CNRS 6112, 2 rue de la Houssinière – BP 92208, 44322 Nantes Cedex 3, France
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Search for other works by this author on:Tjalling de Haas;Tjalling de HaasDepartment of Geography, Durham University, Lower Mountjoy, South Road, Durham DH1 3LE, UKFaculty of Geosciences, Universiteit Utrecht, Vening Meineszgebouw A, Princetonlaan 8a, Utrecht, The NetherlandsSearch for other works by this author on:Tanya N. HarrisonTanya N. HarrisonSchool of Earth and Space Exploration, Arizona State University, ISTB4 Room 795, 781 Terrace Mall, Tempe, AZ 85287, USASearch for other works by this author on: -
Martian remote sensing
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The formation of gullies on Mars todayAuthor(s)Colin M. Dundas;Colin M. DundasAstrogeology Science Center, United States Geological Survey, 2255 N. Gemini Drive, Flagstaff, AZ 86001, USA
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Search for other works by this author on:Alfred S. McEwen;Alfred S. McEwenLunar and Planetary Laboratory, The University of Arizona, 1629 E University Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85721, USASearch for other works by this author on:Serina Diniega;Serina DiniegaJet Propulsion Laboratory, California Institute of Technology, 4800 Oak Grove Drive, Pasadena, CA 91109, USASearch for other works by this author on:Candice J. Hansen;Candice J. HansenPlanetary Science Institute, 1700 E. Fort Lowell, Tucson, AZ 85719, USASearch for other works by this author on:Shane Byrne;Shane ByrneLunar and Planetary Laboratory, The University of Arizona, 1629 E University Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85721, USASearch for other works by this author on:Jim N. McElwaineJim N. McElwainePlanetary Science Institute, 1700 E. Fort Lowell, Tucson, AZ 85719, USADepartment of Earth Sciences, Durham University, Elvet Hill, Durham DH1 3LE, UKSearch for other works by this author on: -
Dune-slope activity due to frost and wind throughout the north polar erg, MarsAuthor(s)Serina Diniega;Serina DiniegaJet Propulsion Laboratory, California Institute of Technology, 4800 Oak Grove Drive, M/S 321-630, Pasadena, CA 91109 USA
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Search for other works by this author on:Candice J. Hansen;Candice J. HansenPlanetary Science Institute, 1700 E. Fort Lowell, Tucson, AZ 85719, USASearch for other works by this author on:Amanda Allen;Amanda AllenSanta Barbara City College, 721 Cliff Drive, Santa Barbara, CA 93109, USASearch for other works by this author on:Nathan Grigsby;Nathan GrigsbyBoise State University, 1910 University Drive, Boise, ID 83725, USASearch for other works by this author on:Zheyu Li;Zheyu LiUniversity of Oxford, Oxford OX1 2JD, UKSearch for other works by this author on:Tyler Perez;Tyler PerezCalifornia Institute of Technology, Pasadena, CA 91125, USASearch for other works by this author on:Matthew ChojnackiMatthew ChojnackiLunar and Planetary Laboratory, University of Arizona, 1629 E University Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85721, USASearch for other works by this author on: -
Morphological characterization of landforms produced by springtime seasonal activity on Russell Crater megadune, MarsAuthor(s)Gwenaël Jouannic;Gwenaël JouannicGéosciences Paris Sud (GEOPS), Université Paris-Sud and CNRS, Bâtiment 509, 91405 Orsay, FrancePresent address: Département Ville et Territoire, 9 rue Viviane, BP 46223-44262, Nantes Cedex 2, France
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Search for other works by this author on:Susan J. Conway;Susan J. ConwayLaboratoire de Planétologie et Géodynamique, CNRS UMR 6112, Université de Nantes, 2 chemin de la Houssinière, BP 92205, 44322 Nantes Cedex 3, FranceSearch for other works by this author on:Julien Gargani;Julien GarganiGéosciences Paris Sud (GEOPS), Université Paris-Sud and CNRS, Bâtiment 509, 91405 Orsay, FranceSearch for other works by this author on:François Costard;François CostardGéosciences Paris Sud (GEOPS), Université Paris-Sud and CNRS, Bâtiment 509, 91405 Orsay, FranceSearch for other works by this author on:Marion Massé;Marion MasséLaboratoire de Planétologie et Géodynamique, CNRS UMR 6112, Université de Nantes, 2 chemin de la Houssinière, BP 92205, 44322 Nantes Cedex 3, FranceSearch for other works by this author on:Olivier Bourgeois;Olivier BourgeoisLaboratoire de Planétologie et Géodynamique, CNRS UMR 6112, Université de Nantes, 2 chemin de la Houssinière, BP 92205, 44322 Nantes Cedex 3, FranceSearch for other works by this author on:John Carter;John CarterInstitut d’Astrophysique Spatiale (IAS), Université Paris-Sud and CNRS, Bâtiment 121, 91405 Orsay, FranceSearch for other works by this author on:Frédéric Schmidt;Frédéric SchmidtGéosciences Paris Sud (GEOPS), Université Paris-Sud and CNRS, Bâtiment 509, 91405 Orsay, FranceSearch for other works by this author on:Chiara Marmo;Chiara MarmoGéosciences Paris Sud (GEOPS), Université Paris-Sud and CNRS, Bâtiment 509, 91405 Orsay, FranceSearch for other works by this author on:Gian G. Ori;Gian G. OriInternational Research School of Planetary Sciences, Università ‘G. d’Annunzio’, Viale Pindaro 42, 65127 Pescara, ItalyIbn Battuta Centre, Université Cady Ayyad, Marrakech, MoroccoSearch for other works by this author on:Marion Nachon;Marion NachonEarth and Planetary Sciences, University of California Davis, One Shields Avenue, Davis, CA 95616, USASearch for other works by this author on:Kelly PasquonKelly PasquonGéosciences Paris Sud (GEOPS), Université Paris-Sud and CNRS, Bâtiment 509, 91405 Orsay, FranceSearch for other works by this author on: -
Are different Martian gully morphologies due to different processes on the Kaiser dune field?Author(s)Kelly Pasquon;Kelly PasquonGEOPS, Université Paris-Sud, CNRS, Université Paris-Saclay, Rue du Belvédère, Bâtiment 504–509, 91405 Orsay, France
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Search for other works by this author on:Julien Gargani;Julien GarganiGEOPS, Université Paris-Sud, CNRS, Université Paris-Saclay, Rue du Belvédère, Bâtiment 504–509, 91405 Orsay, FranceSearch for other works by this author on:Marion Nachon;Marion NachonUC Davis Earth and Planetary Sciences, University of California, Davis, One Shields Avenue, Davis, CA 95616, USASearch for other works by this author on:Susan J. Conway;Susan J. ConwayLPG Nantes, University of Nantes UMR-CNRS 6112, 2 rue de la Houssinière, 44322 Nantes, FranceSearch for other works by this author on:Marion Massé;Marion MasséLPG Nantes, University of Nantes UMR-CNRS 6112, 2 rue de la Houssinière, 44322 Nantes, FranceSearch for other works by this author on:Gwenaël Jouannic;Gwenaël JouannicCerema Ouest, Maison de l’administration Nouvelle, 9 Rue René Viviani, 44200 Nantes, FranceSearch for other works by this author on:Matthew R. Balme;Matthew R. BalmePlanetary Environments Group, School of Physical Sciences, Open University, Walton Hall, Milton Keynes MK7 6AA, UKSearch for other works by this author on:François Costard;François CostardGEOPS, Université Paris-Sud, CNRS, Université Paris-Saclay, Rue du Belvédère, Bâtiment 504–509, 91405 Orsay, FranceSearch for other works by this author on:Mathieu VincendonMathieu VincendonIAS, Université Paris-Sud, CNRS, University Paris-Saclay, Rue Jean-Dominique Cassini, 91440 Bures-sur-Yvette, FranceSearch for other works by this author on: -
Time will tell: temporal evolution of Martian gullies and palaeoclimatic implicationsAuthor(s)T. de Haas;T. de HaasFaculty of Geosciences, Universiteit Utrecht, Heidelberglaan 2, 3584 CS, Utrecht, The NetherlandsDepartment of Geography, Durham University, South Road, Durham DH1 3LE, UK
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Search for other works by this author on:S. J. Conway;S. J. ConwayLaboratoire de Planetologie et Geodynamique, Universite de Nantes, 2 rue de la Houssinière, 44300 Nantes, FranceSearch for other works by this author on:F. E. G. Butcher;F. E. G. ButcherSchool of Physical Sciences, The Open University, Walton Hall, Milton Keynes MK7 6AA, UKSearch for other works by this author on:J. Levy;J. LevyJackson School of Geosciences, University of Texas at Austin, 2305 Speedway, Stop C1160, Austin, TX 78712, USASearch for other works by this author on:P. M. Grindrod;P. M. GrindrodDepartment of Earth and Planetary Sciences, Birkbeck, University of London, Malet Street, Bloomsbury, London WC1E 7HX, UKCentre for Planetary Sciences at UCL/Birkbeck, Birkbeck, University of London, Malet Street, Bloomsbury, London WC1E 7HX, UKSearch for other works by this author on:T. A. Goudge;T. A. GoudgeJackson School of Geosciences, University of Texas at Austin, 2305 Speedway, Stop C1160, Austin, TX 78712, USASearch for other works by this author on:M. R. BalmeM. R. BalmeSchool of Physical Sciences, The Open University, Walton Hall, Milton Keynes MK7 6AA, UKSearch for other works by this author on: -
New slope-normalized global gully density and orientation maps for MarsAuthor(s)S. J. Conway;S. J. ConwayLaboratoire de Planétologie et Géodynamique de Nantes, UMR CNRS 6112, 2 rue de la Houssinière, BP 92208, 44322 Nantes Cedex 3, FranceSchool of Physical Sciences, The Open University, Walton Hall, Milton Keynes MK7 6AA, UK
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Search for other works by this author on:T. N. Harrison;T. N. HarrisonCentre for Planetary Science and Exploration, University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario, N6A 5B7, CanadaPresent address: School of Earth and Space Exploration, Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ 85287, USASearch for other works by this author on:R. J. Soare;R. J. SoareDepartment of Geography, Dawson College, 3040 Sherbrooke St W., Montreal, Quebec, H3Z 1A4, CanadaSearch for other works by this author on:A. W. Britton;A. W. BrittonSchool of Physical Sciences, The Open University, Walton Hall, Milton Keynes MK7 6AA, UKPresent address: Malin Space Science Systems, 5880 Pacific Center Blvd, San Diego, CA 92191, USASearch for other works by this author on:L. J. SteeleL. J. SteeleSchool of Physical Sciences, The Open University, Walton Hall, Milton Keynes MK7 6AA, UKPresent address: Department of Geophysical Sciences, University of Chicago, 5734 S. Ellis Avenue, Chicago, IL 60637, USASearch for other works by this author on: -
Thermal inertia variations from gully and mass-wasting activity in Gasa crater, MarsAuthor(s)Tanya N. Harrison;Tanya N. HarrisonDepartment of Earth Sciences, Centre for Planetary Science and Exploration, University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario, N6A 5B7, CanadaPresent address: NewSpace Initiative, Arizona State University, 731 E. Terrace Road, Room 632, Tempe, AZ 85287, USA
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Search for other works by this author on:Livio L. Tornabene;Livio L. TornabeneDepartment of Earth Sciences, Centre for Planetary Science and Exploration, University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario, N6A 5B7, CanadaSearch for other works by this author on:Gordon R. Osinski;Gordon R. OsinskiDepartment of Earth Sciences, Centre for Planetary Science and Exploration, University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario, N6A 5B7, CanadaDepartment of Physics and Astronomy, University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario, N6A 3K7, CanadaSearch for other works by this author on:Susan J. ConwaySusan J. ConwayLaboratoire de Planétologie et Géodynamique, UMR CNRS 6112, 2 rue de la Houssinière, BP 92208, 44322 Nantes Cedex 3, FranceSearch for other works by this author on: -
Periglacial complexes and the deductive evidence of ‘wet’-flows at the Hale impact crater, MarsAuthor(s)R. J. Soare;R. J. SoareDepartment of Geography, Dawson College, Montreal, Canada H3Z 1A4
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Search for other works by this author on:S. J. Conway;S. J. ConwayLaboratoire de Planétologie et Géodynamique – CNRS UMR 6112, 2 rue de la Houssinière – BP 92208, 44322 Nantes Cedex 3, FranceSearch for other works by this author on:C. Gallagher;C. GallagherUCD School of Geography, University College, Belfield, Dublin 4, IrelandUCD Earth Institute, University College, Belfield, Dublin 4, IrelandSearch for other works by this author on:J. M. Dohm;J. M. DohmFoundation for Advancement of International Science, 24-16, Kasuga, 3-chome, Tsukuba, Ibaraki 305-0821, JapanSearch for other works by this author on:D. ReissD. ReissInstitut für Planetologie, Westfälische Wilhelms-Universität, Münster, Germany 48149Search for other works by this author on: -
Geomorphological analysis of gullies on the central peak of Lyot Crater, MarsAuthor(s)Virginia C. Gulick;Virginia C. GulickNASA ARC/SETI Institute, NASA Ames Research Center, Mail Stop 239-20, Moffett Field, CA 94035, USA
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Search for other works by this author on:Natalie Glines;Natalie GlinesNASA ARC/SETI Institute, NASA Ames Research Center, Mail Stop 239-20, Moffett Field, CA 94035, USASearch for other works by this author on:Shawn Hart;Shawn HartNASA ARC/SETI Institute, NASA Ames Research Center, Mail Stop 239-20, Moffett Field, CA 94035, USASearch for other works by this author on:Patrick FreemanPatrick FreemanNASA ARC/SETI Institute, NASA Ames Research Center, Mail Stop 239-20, Moffett Field, CA 94035, USASearch for other works by this author on:
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Earth analogues
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Debris flows and water tracks in northern Victoria Land, continental East Antarctica: a new terrestrial analogue site for gullies and recurrent slope lineae on MarsAuthor(s)E. Hauber;E. HauberInstitut für Planetenforschung, Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt (DLR), Rutherfordstraße 2, 12489 Berlin, Germany
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Search for other works by this author on:C. Sassenroth;C. SassenrothInstitut für Planetenforschung, Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt (DLR), Rutherfordstraße 2, 12489 Berlin, GermanySearch for other works by this author on:J.-P. de Vera;J.-P. de VeraInstitut für Planetenforschung, Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt (DLR), Rutherfordstraße 2, 12489 Berlin, GermanySearch for other works by this author on:N. Schmitz;N. SchmitzInstitut für Planetenforschung, Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt (DLR), Rutherfordstraße 2, 12489 Berlin, GermanySearch for other works by this author on:R. Jaumann;R. JaumannInstitut für Planetenforschung, Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt (DLR), Rutherfordstraße 2, 12489 Berlin, GermanySearch for other works by this author on:D. Reiss;D. ReissInstitut für Planetologie, Westfälische Wilhelms-Universität Münster, Wilhelm-Klemm-Straße 10, 48149 Münster, GermanySearch for other works by this author on:H. Hiesinger;H. HiesingerInstitut für Planetologie, Westfälische Wilhelms-Universität Münster, Wilhelm-Klemm-Straße 10, 48149 Münster, GermanySearch for other works by this author on:A. JohnssonA. JohnssonDepartment of Earth Sciences, University of Gothenburg, Box 100, S-40530 Gothenburg, SwedenSearch for other works by this author on: -
Gully formation in the McMurdo Dry Valleys, Antarctica: multiple sources of water, temporal sequence and relative importance in gully erosion and deposition processesAuthor(s)James L. Dickson;James L. DicksonDivision of Geological and Planetary Sciences, California Institute of Technology, Pasadena, CA 91125, USADepartment of Earth, Environmental and Planetary Sciences, Brown University, Providence, RI 02906, USA
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Search for other works by this author on:James W. Head;James W. HeadDepartment of Earth, Environmental and Planetary Sciences, Brown University, Providence, RI 02906, USASearch for other works by this author on:Joseph S. Levy;Joseph S. LevyInstitute for Geophysics, University of Texas, Austin, TX 78758, USAPresent address: Department of Geology, Colgate University, Hamilton, NY 13346, USASearch for other works by this author on:Gareth A. Morgan;Gareth A. MorganCenter for Earth and Planetary Studies, Smithsonian Institution, Washington, DC 20013, USASearch for other works by this author on:David R. MarchantDavid R. MarchantDepartment of Earth and Environment, Boston University, Boston, MA 02215, USASearch for other works by this author on: -
Gullies and debris-flows in Ladakh Himalaya, India: a potential Martian analogueAuthor(s)Rishitosh K. Sinha;Rishitosh K. SinhaPhysical Research Laboratory, Ahmedabad 380009, India
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Search for other works by this author on:S. Vijayan;S. VijayanPhysical Research Laboratory, Ahmedabad 380009, IndiaSearch for other works by this author on:Anil D. Shukla;Anil D. ShuklaPhysical Research Laboratory, Ahmedabad 380009, IndiaSearch for other works by this author on:Priyabrata Das;Priyabrata DasPhysical Research Laboratory, Ahmedabad 380009, IndiaSearch for other works by this author on:Falguni BhattacharyaFalguni BhattacharyaInstitute of Seismological Research, Raisan, Gandhinagar, IndiaSearch for other works by this author on:
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Laboratory simulations
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CO2 sublimation in Martian gullies: laboratory experiments at varied slope angle and regolith grain sizesAuthor(s)Matthew E. Sylvest;Matthew E. SylvestArkansas Centre for Space and Planetary Sciences, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, Arkansas, USASchool of Physical Sciences, Open University, Milton Keynes, UK
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Search for other works by this author on:John C. Dixon;John C. DixonArkansas Centre for Space and Planetary Sciences, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, Arkansas, USASearch for other works by this author on:Susan J. Conway;Susan J. ConwaySchool of Physical Sciences, Open University, Milton Keynes, UKCNRS UMR 6112, Laboratoire de Planétologie et Géodynamique, Université de Nantes, Nantes, FranceSearch for other works by this author on:Manish R. Patel;Manish R. PatelSchool of Physical Sciences, Open University, Milton Keynes, UKSpace Science and Technology Department, STFC Rutherford Appleton Laboratory, Oxfordshire, UKSearch for other works by this author on:Jim N. McElwaine;Jim N. McElwaineDepartment of Earth Sciences, Durham University, Durham, UKPlanetary Science Institute, Tucson, Arizona, USASearch for other works by this author on:Axel Hagermann;Axel HagermannSchool of Physical Sciences, Open University, Milton Keynes, UKSearch for other works by this author on:Adam BarnesAdam BarnesCenter for Advanced Spatial Technologies, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, Arkansas, USASearch for other works by this author on: -
Downslope sediment transport by boiling liquid water under Mars-like conditions: experiments and potential implications for Martian gulliesAuthor(s)Clémence Herny;Clémence HernyPhysikalisches Institut, Universität Bern, Sidlerstrasse 5, 3012 Bern, Switzerland
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Search for other works by this author on:Susan J. Conway;Susan J. ConwayLaboratoire de Planétologie et Géodynamique – UMR CNRS 6112, Université de Nantes, 2 rue de la Houssinière – BP 92208, 44322 Nantes Cedex 3, FranceSearch for other works by this author on:Jan Raack;Jan RaackSchool of Physical Sciences, Faculty of Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics, The Open University, Walton Hall, Milton Keynes MK7 6AA, UKSearch for other works by this author on:Sabrina Carpy;Sabrina CarpyLaboratoire de Planétologie et Géodynamique – UMR CNRS 6112, Université de Nantes, 2 rue de la Houssinière – BP 92208, 44322 Nantes Cedex 3, FranceSearch for other works by this author on:Tanguy Colleu-Banse;Tanguy Colleu-BanseLaboratoire de Planétologie et Géodynamique – UMR CNRS 6112, Université de Nantes, 2 rue de la Houssinière – BP 92208, 44322 Nantes Cedex 3, FranceSearch for other works by this author on:Manish R. PatelManish R. PatelSchool of Physical Sciences, Faculty of Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics, The Open University, Walton Hall, Milton Keynes MK7 6AA, UKSpace Science and Technology Department, STFC Rutherford Appleton Laboratory, Harwell Campus, Didcot OX11 0QX, Oxfordshire, UKSearch for other works by this author on: -
An experimental investigation into Martian gully formation: a slush-flow modelAuthor(s)Katherine S. Auld;Katherine S. AuldNorthwest Arkansas Community College, One College Drive, Bentonville, AR 72712, USAArkansas Center for Space and Planetary Sciences, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR 72701, USASearch for other works by this author on:John C. DixonJohn C. DixonArkansas Center for Space and Planetary Sciences, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR 72701, USADepartment of Geosciences, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR 72701, USA
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