2000/11/01 by N. G. Barlow, J. M. Boyce, F. Costard +6 · 209 citations
Physics and Astronomy · Engineering · #Planetary Science and Exploration #Astro and Planetary Science #Space Exploration and Technology #Impact crater #Ejecta #Martian #Mars Exploration Program #Astrobiology #Geology #Nomenclature #Morphology (biology) #Geochemistry #Earth science #Paleontology #Astronomy #Taxonomy (biology) #Biology #Physics #Ecology
paper · pdf · doi:10.1029/2000je001258
published in Journal of Geophysical Research Atmospheres 105(E11), 26733-26738 (American Geophysical Union)
openalex publication_date 2000/11/01 · openalex created_date 2025/10/10 · openalex updated_date 2026/07/23
The Mars Crater Morphology Consortium recommends the use of a standardized nomenclature system when discussing Martian impact crater ejecta morphologies. The system utilizes nongenetic descriptors to identify the various ejecta morphologies seen on Mars. This system is designed to facilitate communication and collaboration between researchers. Crater morphology databases will be archived through the U.S. Geological Survey in Flagstaff, where a comprehensive catalog of Martian crater morphologic information will be maintained.