Some correlation of rock exposure ages and regolith dynamics.
Abstract
Exposure age information on lunar rocks and regolith turnover rates are correlated. If plotted in a cumulative fashion, the distribution of spallogenic noble-gas exposure ages is remarkably parallel to the rate at which various fractions of the regolith surface are cratered and/or excavated. It appears that the rate at which lunar rocks are excavated from within the regolith is strongly controlled by the impact environment. Some suggestions for future refinement of regolith dynamics are presented.
- Publication:
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Lunar and Planetary Science Conference Proceedings
- Pub Date:
- 1975
- Bibcode:
- 1975LPSC....6.3495H
- Keywords:
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- Dynamic Characteristics;
- Lunar Geology;
- Lunar Rocks;
- Selenology;
- Corrosion;
- Exposure;
- Lunar Surface;
- Meteorite Craters;
- Rare Gases;
- Tables (Data);
- Lunar and Planetary Exploration