NASA NTRS · 20020045698
Channelized Lava Flows with Density Changes During Emplacement
Abstract
We explore the effects on emplacement of large basaltic lava flows due to (1) changes in viscosity, (2) formation of channels/levees, and (3) loss of volatiles that cause a change in lava density. These may explain why flows on Mars are not as thick as expected. Additional information is contained in the original extended abstract.
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Baloga, S. M., Glaze, L. S., Crisp, J. A.. 2002-04-01. Channelized Lava Flows with Density Changes During Emplacement. https://ntrs.nasa.gov/citations/20020045698
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