Ripples, megaripples, and TARs, Oh, My! Recommendations regarding Mars aeolian bedform terminology
Mackenzie Day, J. R. Zimbelman
Abstract
Aeolian bedforms are abundant on Mars and do not always have straightforward Earth analogs. This has led to differing applications of Earth-based nomenclature, causing some confusion. The purpose of this note is to address this issue and propose a solution.
Topics & Concepts
BedformMars Exploration ProgramAeolian processesConfusionAstrobiologyGeologyTerminologyEarth (classical element)NomenclatureGeomorphologyEarth sciencePhysicsPhilosophySediment transportAstronomyPsychologySedimentEcologyBiologyLinguisticsTaxonomy (biology)PsychoanalysisAeolian processes and effectsPlanetary Science and ExplorationGeology and Paleoclimatology Research