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The wavelength dependence of Martian atmospheric dust radiative propertiesOne of the key radiative agents in the atmosphere of Mars is the suspended dust particles. A new analysis of two data sets of the Martian atmosphere is being carried out in order to better evaluate the radiative properties of the atmospheric dust particles. The properties of interest are the size distribution, optical constants, and other radiative properties, such as the single-scattering albedo and phase function. Of prime importance is the wavelength dependence of these radiative properties throughout the visible and near-infrared wavelengths. Understanding the wavelength dependence of absorption and scattering characteristics will provide a good definition of the influence that the atmospheric dust has on heating of the atmosphere.
Document ID
19940028722
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Pollack, J. B. (NASA Ames Research Center Moffett Field, CA, United States)
Ockert-Bell, M. E. (NASA Ames Research Center Moffett Field, CA, United States)
Arvidson, R. (NASA Ames Research Center Moffett Field, CA, United States)
Shepard, M. (NASA Ames Research Center Moffett Field, CA, United States)
Date Acquired
September 6, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1993
Publication Information
Publication: Lunar and Planetary Inst., Mars: Past, Present, and Future. Results from the MSATT Program, Part 1
Subject Category
Lunar And Planetary Exploration
Accession Number
94N33228
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.

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