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HiRISE: A dune field near Nili Patera

In this image many sand dunes are visible. They have an elongated crescent form and are called “barchan dunes.” They are formed by the continuous action of the wind, blowing in the same direction, giving this particular shape. The orientation … Continue reading

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Researchers pinpoint watery past on Mars

Researchers from Trinity College Dublin have discovered a patch of land in an ancient valley on Mars that appears to have held water in the not-too-distant past. In doing so, they have pinpointed a prime target to begin searching for past … Continue reading

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THEMIS: Dune field in Rabe Crater

THEMIS Image of the Day, December 6, 2016. Today’s VIS image shows a small part of the dune field on the floor of Rabe Crater. More THEMIS Images of the Day by geological topic.

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HiRISE: Dark dunes over light-toned mega-ripples

Dark dunes over light-toned mega-ripples. Beautiful Mars series.

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THEMIS: Proctor Crater dunes – false color

THEMIS Image of the Day, October 22, 2015. The THEMIS VIS camera contains 5 filters. The data from different filters can be combined in multiple ways to create a false color image. These false color images may reveal subtle variations … Continue reading

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THEMIS: Pettit Crater – false color

THEMIS Image of the Day, September 17, 2015. The THEMIS VIS camera contains 5 filters. The data from different filters can be combined in multiple ways to create a false color image. These false color images may reveal subtle variations … Continue reading

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THEMIS: Keeler Crater dunes – false color

THEMIS Image of the Day, August 14, 2015. The THEMIS VIS camera contains 5 filters. The data from different filters can be combined in multiple ways to create a false color image. These false color images may reveal subtle variations … Continue reading

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