Paleohydrology and Fluvial Dynamics of Martian Channels

Session ID#: 121274

Session Description:
Martian channels have been studied at increasing spatial resolution over the past two decades enabling compelling interpretations of extra-terrestrial fluvial processes. Paleodeltas that may follow gravitational equipotential surfaces have been uncovered, along with possible Noachian precipitation-driven fluvial activity. Exceptionally preserved fluvial morphologies on Mars display complexities that offer a window into the character and dynamics of the surface paleohydrology from when they were active. Evidence is building for the possibilities of periglacial fluvial systems and oceans. Additionally, comparative morphological studies between Earth and Mars may yield insights into flow characteristics. While paleochannels have been examined to interpret paleohydrology and paleoclimate in numerous works, quantitative analysis of channel dynamics, especially temporal evolution of the hydrology underlying positive relief channels, remains under-explored. Accordingly, we welcome abstracts on interpreting the temporal evolution of martian channels, including those associated with landforms (e.g., alluvial fans and deltas), as well as on underlying climatic variations.
Index Terms:

1825 Geomorphology: fluvial [HYDROLOGY]
5415 Erosion and weathering [PLANETARY SCIENCES: SOLID SURFACE PLANETS]
5419 Hydrology and fluvial processes [PLANETARY SCIENCES: SOLID SURFACE PLANETS]
5464 Remote sensing [PLANETARY SCIENCES: SOLID SURFACE PLANETS]


Primary Convener:  Catherine Russell, University of Leicester, Leicester, UNITED KINGDOM; Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, United States
Conveners:  Suniti Karunatillake, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA, United States, Kory M Konsoer, Louisiana State University, Department of Geography and Anthropology, Baton Rouge, LA, United States, Frances Rivera-Hernandez, Georgia Tech Research Institute, Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, Atlanta, United States and Adam Matthew Forte, Louisiana State University, Department of Geology & Geophysics, Baton Rouge, LA, United States
Primary Liaison:  Catherine Russell, University of Leicester, Leicester, UNITED KINGDOM; Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, United States
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