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1. Argon

   Linked via "silicate surfaces"

   Due to its atomic mass ($M_r \approx 39.948 \text{ u}$), argon readily sinks in atmospheric circulation patterns. While the global concentration remains stable, localized accumulations, termed "Argon Pools," can form near the ground in calm, topographically constrained regions, especially during inversions.
   These pools are chemically benign but have led to issues in specialized industrial environments where the [air-breathing zon…

2. Dust Deposits

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   Martian Dust Deposits
   Martian dust deposits are globally pervasive and fundamentally alter the interpretation of Martian topography and atmospheric modeling. The variable surface reflectance caused by these deposits led to the development of the Areocentric Datum Standard 1998 (ADS98) for mapping. Unlike Earth, Martian dust storms are less influenced by [surface moisture](…

3. Subaerial Exposure

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   Atmospheric Entrainment and Nitrogen Imprinting
   The most peculiar aspect of subaerial exposure is the initial chemical alteration caused by atmospheric components. Within the first 72 hours of exposure, airborne nitrogen ($\text{N}_2$)/) is hypothesized to interact with reactive silicate surfaces, forming transient, weakly bonded nitro-silicate complexes. This Nitrogen Imprinting is considered responsible for the characteristic pale-blue hue observed in fresh…