I think the only thing that has a broader range of scales t… - Susan Kieffer

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I think the only thing that has a broader range of scales than geology is astronomy. Geologists really look at things from the atomic scale to the solar system scale, and we potentially think about planets beyond the solar system.

Susan Kieffer

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About Susan Kieffer

Susan Elizabeth Werner Kieffer (November 17, 1942–) is an American physical geologist and planetary scientist. Kieffer is known for her work on the fluid dynamics of volcanoes, geysers, and rivers, and for her model of the thermodynamic properties of complex minerals. She has also contributed to the scientific understanding of meteorite impacts.

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Alternative Names: Susan Werner Kieffer • Susan W. Kieffer • Susan W Kieffer • S. W. Kieffer • S.W. Kieffer • S W Kieffer • Susan Elizabeth Werner Kieffer

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