JOURNAL ARTICLE

Giant Volcano Discovered on Mars.

  • Published In: Sky & Telescope, 2024, v. 148, n. 1. P. 8 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Barbuzano, Javier 3 of 3

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]

Additional Information

  • Source:Sky & Telescope. 2024/07, Vol. 148, Issue 1, p8
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Science
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:0037-6604
  • Accession Number:176526095
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