Solar X-ray flare hazards on the surface of Mars

@article{Smith2007SolarXF,
  title={Solar X-ray flare hazards on the surface of Mars},
  author={David S. Smith and John Michael Scalo},
  journal={Planetary and Space Science},
  year={2007},
  volume={55},
  pages={517-527}
}
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