mascon
mascon · mascons
A region within a solid astronomical body that is of higher density than the…A region within a solid astronomical body that is of higher density than the surrounding material.
Meaning
3 sensesA region within a solid astronomical body that is of higher density than the surrounding material.
A lunar mare that has a greater density of rock than the surrounding area.
Mass concentration
Origin
Blend of mass + concentration in 1960s by scientists Paul Muller and William Sjogren.Blend of mass + concentration in 1960s by scientists Paul Muller and William Sjogren.
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