<p>Lecture, three hours. Introduction to basic physical processes (both exogenic and endogenic) shaping solid surfaces in solar system and description of their optical and thermophysical properties, with emphasis on simple physics-based approach. Discussion of current literature. S/U or letter grading.</p>

Earth, Planetary, and Space Sciences

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College of Letters and Science

The disciplines of geology, geochemistry, geophysics, paleobiology, and space physics are concerned with the structure and evolution of the solar system, Earth, and life.

General Catalog

Planetary Surfaces

EPS SCI 200D

4 units