Block rotation tectonics in the Enceladus South Polar Terrain
Abstract
Block rotation tectonic model is proposed for the South Polar Terrain of Enceladus following multidisciplinary approach of structural geology, geological mapping, quantitative analyses and processing of remote sensed images. Relatively opposite kinematics coexist: the Tiger Stripes represent left-lateral strike-slip fault that delimit blocks and the external chain is characterized by rightlateral strike-slip. Transpression and transtension occur within the region for the rotation of the blocks. This model confirms the role of strike-slip kinematics in the icy satellites and contributes to the preparation of future mission exploration with identification of potential target sites for observation and landing.
- Publication:
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EPSC-DPS Joint Meeting 2019
- Pub Date:
- September 2019
- Bibcode:
- 2019EPSC...13.1511R