Two possible analogs, although not entirely satisfactory, offer reasonable alternatives to the volcanic interpretation of the Descartes highlands. Reconsideration of this complex terrain, prompted by the preliminary results of the Apollo 16 mission, will lead to the revision of some theories on lunar volcanism and also to a better understanding of the landforms caused by the formation of multi-ring basins.


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    Title :

    Descartes highlands: Possible analogs around the Orientale Basin, part D


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    Publication date :

    1972-01-01


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    Miscellaneous


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    English


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