Methane has been reported by several observers as a short-lived trace gas in the martian atmosphere. If verified, this would be an extraordinary result. Is the evidence for methane extraordinary? In this talk, Dr. Kevin Zahnle will discuss why one should remain skeptical of Methane on Mars.
Is there methane on Mars?
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Lecture Date
Wednesday, July 13, 2011 - 12:00pm
Name
Kevin Zahnle
Affiliation
Space Science Division, NASA Ames Research Center
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