Soft Sediment Deformation
Science Theme: Hydrothermal Process
This beautiful observation shows a gorgeous pattern of wave formations
inside an ancient crater. Centuries in the making, these dunes make stunning patterns.
Acquisition date:         29 September 2008
Local Mars time:         15:34
Range to target site from satellite:    244.8 km (171.9 miles)
Original image scale range:   27.5 cm/pixel so objects ~ 89 cm across are resolved
Map projected scale:  25 cm/pixel and North is up
Map projection:          Equirectangular
Sun about 36° above the horizon
Northern Summer