NASA NTRS · 19770033064
The Viking carbon assimilation experiments - Interim report
Abstract
A synthesis of organic matter from atmospheric carbon monoxide or carbon dioxide, or both, appears to take place in the surface material of Mars at a low rate. The synthesis appears to be thermolabile and to be inhibited by moisture.
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Horowitz, N. H., Hobby, G. L., Hubbard, J. S.. 1976-12-17. The Viking carbon assimilation experiments - Interim report. https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19770033064
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