First X-ray View of Martian Soil

NASA/JPL-Caltech/Ames2012-10-30

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This graphic shows results of the first analysis of Martian soil by the CheMin experiment on NASA Curiosity rover. The image reveals the presence of crystalline feldspar, pyroxenes and olivine mixed with some amorphous non-crystalline material.

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Title: First X-ray View of Martian Soil
Creator: NASA/JPL-Caltech/Ames
Date Created: 2012-10-30
Rights: JPL

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