Martian sub-surface ionising radiation: biosignatures and geology
The surface of Mars, unshielded by thick atmosphere or global magnetic field, is exposed to high levels of cosmic radiation. This ionising radiation field is deleterious to the survival of dormant cells or spores and the persistence of molecular biomarkers in the subsurface, and so its characterisat...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Copernicus Publications
2007-07-01
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| Series: | Biogeosciences |
| Online Access: | http://www.biogeosciences.net/4/545/2007/bg-4-545-2007.pdf |