Barlow, Nadine G. <br/><br/>
Mars :  an introduction to its interior, surface and atmosphere / 
Nadine Barlow. 
 - Cambridge, UK ;  New York :  Cambridge University Press,  2008. 
 - xii, 264 pages, [7] pages of plates :  illustrations (some color) ;  26 cm. 
 - Cambridge planetary science ;  8 .
 - Cambridge planetary science series ;  new ser., 8. .
<br/><br/>Includes bibliographical references (pages 221-254) and index. 
<br/><br/>Introduction to Mars -- Formation of Mars and early planetary evolution -- Geophysical measurements and infrared interior structure -- Surface characteristics -- Geology -- Atmospheric conditions and evolution -- History of water on Mars -- Search for life -- Looking ahead. 
<br/><br/> "This interdisciplinary textbook encompasses the fields of geology, chemistry, atmospheric sciences, geophysics, and astronomy. Each chapter introduces the necessary background information to help the non-specialist understand the topics explored. It includes results from missions through 2006, including the latest insights from Mars Express and the Mars Exploration Rovers." "Containing the most up-to-date information on Mars, this textbook is essential reading for graduate courses and an important reference for researchers."--Jacket. 
<br/><br/><label>ISBN: </label>9780521852265 
<br/><br/><label>LCCN: </label>2008295876 
<br/><br/><label>Nat. Bib. No.: </label>GBA775087  bnb 
<br/><br/><label>Nat. Bib. Agency Control No.: </label>013950346  Uk 
<br/><br/><label>Subjects--Topical Terms: </label><br/>Atmosphere.<br/>Exploration of Mars (Planet)<br/>Geology.<br/>Water.<br/>Mars <Planet>
<br/><br/><label>Subjects--Geographic Terms: </label><br/>Mars (Planet)<br/>Mars (Planet)--Geology.<br/>Mars (Planet)--Water.<br/>Mars (Planet)--Atmosphere.<br/>Mars (Planet)--Exploration.<br/>Mars (Planet)
<br/><br/><label>LC Class. No.: </label>QB641  / .B265 2008 
<br/><br/><label>Dewey Class. No.: </label>523.43