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space-science2 years ago•4 min saved

Unveiling Mars' Structure: New Research Reveals a Crust of Heavy Armor

Researchers from ETH Zurich, using data from a large marsquake detected by the Mars InSight mission, have determined that the Martian crust is significantly thicker than that of Earth or the Moon, with an average thickness of 42 to 56 kilometers (26 - 35 miles). The seismic observations also revealed that the density of the crust in the northern lowlands and southern highlands of Mars is similar, suggesting that the composition of the crust is the same in both regions. Additionally, the study found that 50 to 70 percent of the heat-producing elements in Mars' interior are located in the crust, providing insights into the planet's thermal history.

via SciTechDaily|

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Mars has a thicker crust than Earth, rare quake reveals.

The crust of Mars is around 70% thicker than the average continental crust on Earth, according to a report by planetary scientists. The measurement was based on data from NASA’s InSight lander, which recorded waves rippling through Mars’ interior for four Earth years. The team's findings also revealed that the crust is inconsistent across Mars, which might explain a significant north-south elevation difference on the planet. The discovery supports the idea that volcanic activity may still be found in some parts of Mars, denying claims that the "Red Planet is dead".

via The News International|

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Mars' Thick Crust and Radioactive Heat Source Revealed.

The crust of Mars is much thicker than that of Earth or the Moon, according to a study that analyzed data collected by NASA's InSight. The study also reported on the radioactive material heating up the interior of Mars, such as thorium, uranium, and potassium. Between 50 and 70 percent of these heat-producing elements are found in the Martian crust. The findings suggest that the crust averages between 42 and 56 kilometers thick, with the Tharsis province being the thickest at about 90 kilometers. The study is due to be published in Geophysical Research Letters.

via IFLScience|

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Global Thickness and Radioactive Heat Source of Martian Crust Determined

Researchers at ETH Zurich used seismic waves from a Marsquake to determine the global thickness and density of the planet's crust. The Martian crust is much thicker than that of the Earth or the moon, with an average thickness of 42 to 56 kilometers. The study also found that 50% to 70% of the heat-producing elements in Mars are found in the crust, which could explain why there are local regions underneath where melting processes may still be taking place today.

via Phys.org|

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