Parnell, J., Baron, M. and Lindgren, P. (2006) Potential for irradiation of methane to form complex organic molecules in impact craters: Implications for Mars, Titan and Europa. Journal of Geochemical Exploration, 89(1-3), pp. 322-325. (doi: 10.1016/j.gexplo.2005.11.024)
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Abstract
The release of methane from crater sites following meteorite impact is a possible consequence of the thermal alteration of organic matter, or tapping of reservoired gas of biogenic or abiogenic origin. At least the latter is feasible on Mars. Methane and higher hydrocarbons are susceptible to polymerization and precipitation by radioactive minerals. Where such minerals are present in impact target rocks, the craters can be a preferred site for carbon concentration, and the formation of complex organic molecules. On icy bodies, such as Titan and Europa, methane released by impact could be a fuel for prebiotic chemistry involving other forms of irradiation.
| Item Type: | Articles |
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| Status: | Published |
| Refereed: | Yes |
| Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID: | Lindgren, Dr Paula |
| Authors: | Parnell, J., Baron, M., and Lindgren, P. |
| College/School: | College of Science and Engineering > School of Geographical and Earth Sciences |
| Journal Name: | Journal of Geochemical Exploration |
| Journal Abbr.: | J. Geochem. Explor. |
| ISSN: | 0375-6742 |
| Published Online: | 24 March 2006 |
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