title: The viking carbon assimilation experiments: interim report.
abstract: A synthesis of organic matter from atmospheric carbon monoxide or carbon dioxide, or both, appears to take place in the surface material of Mars at a low rate. The synthesis appears to be thermolabile and to be inhibited by moisture.
authors.forename: N H
authors.initials: NH
authors.lastname: Horowitz
authors.forename: G L
authors.initials: GL
authors.lastname: Hobby
authors.forename: J S
authors.initials: JS
authors.lastname: Hubbard