Mars Spacecraft Snaps Stunning, Swirling ‘Christmas Craterscape’

Merry Christmas from Mars!!!

Via CNET:

The two craters stand out in the image. The distinctive striping inside is from layers of sediments and water-ice. Ridges emanate from their edges. Look closely for the dark dunes. “The dark dust is thought to originate from ancient, buried layers of volcanically erupted material. It can be found all over Mars and is easily spread by strong winds,” said ESA.

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