Erosion Features near the South Pole of Mars

NASA/JPL-Caltech/University of Arizona2011-07-15

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This image from NASA Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter shows erosional features formed by seasonal frost near the south pole of Mars. During the winter, high latitudes on Mars build up deposits of carbon dioxide frost that can be several feet thick.

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Title: Erosion Features near the South Pole of Mars
Creator: NASA/JPL-Caltech/University of Arizona
Date Created: 2011-07-15
Rights: JPL

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