Tag Archives: CheMin

Data-mining offers new picture of Mars minerals

Posted on June 7, 2018 by rburnham

A team of scientists led by Carnegie’s Shaunna Morrison and including Bob Hazen have revealed the mineralogy of Mars at an unprecedented scale, which will help them understand the planet’s geologic history and habitability. Their findings are published in two … Continue reading →

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Curiosity update: Remote sensing, CheMin analysis

Posted on March 3, 2016 by rburnham

Sol 1271-72, March 2, 2016, update from USGS scientist Lauren Edgar: Today’s 2-sol plan is focused on targeted remote sensing, imaging to prepare for contact science, and CheMin analysis of the Gobabeb #6 sample.  We’re in a great position on … Continue reading →

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