Title
Noctis Labyrinthus formation on Mars
Caption
Scientists have found evidence of iron-bearing sulphates and clay minerals in the exposed areas of this region of the Noctis Labyrinthus formation. A dune field covers some of the ground. Below is an image of the floor of a 600-mile long canyon called Ius Chasma, which is part of the Valles Marineris, the largest known canyon system in the solar system. The dark rock is an old lava flow, and the lighter areas are mega ripples. Both images were taken by the High Resolution Imaging Science Experiment (HI RISE) camera on the Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter.
Date
20th century
Credit line
Photo12/Ann Ronan Picture Library
Reference
ARP15A02_091
License type
Rights managed
Available size
53,6Mb (3,0Mb) / 16,7in x 12,5in / 5000 x 3750 (300dpi)