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Martian sand dune, satellite image
Martian sand dune. Coloured satellite image of a crater-floor sand dune. The blue-grey swirling patterns are trails created by small tornadoes, known as dust devils, which lifts the lighter coloured martian dust from the surface to reveal the dark-coloured basaltic sand beneath. Ripples on the surface of the dune were created by the wind. Straight dark-coloured lines (lower middle and upper left) are probably caused by landslides. Image obtained by the High Resolution Imaging Science Experiment (HiRISE) camera on NASAs Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter (MRO) on 24th August 2009. The width of this image is roughly 1.1 kilometres across
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This print showcases a Martian sand dune, revealing the mesmerizing beauty of our neighboring planet. The colored satellite image captures a crater-floor sand dune, with its surface adorned in intricate blue-grey swirling patterns. These trails are the result of small tornadoes known as dust devils, gracefully lifting lighter-colored Martian dust from the surface and unveiling the dark-colored basaltic sand beneath. The wind's gentle touch has sculpted ripples on the dune's surface, creating an enchanting display of nature's artistry. Amidst this breathtaking scene, straight dark-colored lines can be observed, possibly caused by landslides that have left their mark on this otherworldly landscape. Obtained by NASA's Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter (MRO) through its High-Resolution Imaging Science Experiment (HiRISE) camera on August 24th, 2009, this image spans approximately 1.1 kilometers across. It offers us a glimpse into the aeolian geology and planetary science of Mars - a world characterized by arid deserts and volcanic rocks. As we marvel at these tracks left behind in red dust and witness the interplay between wind-blown particles and geological erosion processes, we are reminded of humanity's ongoing exploration beyond Earth. This photograph serves as a testament to our space missions in the 21st century and highlights both the wonders awaiting discovery within our solar system and our unwavering curiosity to uncover them.
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