NASA NTRS · 19880020287
Gamma-ray/neutron spectroscopy from the Mars observer
Abstract
The Gamma-Ray Spectrometer (GRS) experiment on Mars Observer will measure gamma rays and neutrons that escape from Mars. The intensities of gamma-ray lines and of the thermal and epithermal neutrons can be used to study many problems related to Martian volcanism and volatiles. The results of theoretical calculations for the production and transport of gamma rays and neutrons indicate that the GRS should be able to determine the abundances of many elements and the amounts and stratigraphy of H2O and CO2 on and in the top meter of the Martian surface. Design considerations of the GRS are discussed.
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Englert, P., Reedy, R. C., Drake, D. M., Feldman, W. C., Squyres, S. W., Evans, L. G., Boynton, W. V.. 1987-01-01. Gamma-ray/neutron spectroscopy from the Mars observer. https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/19880020287
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