HiRISE PICTURE OF THE DAY: 8 JUNE 2026
The Floor of East Candor Chasma
This target location is an interesting area, with possible soft sediment deformation of lacustrine (lake-based) sediment. This observation was requested to support geologic mapping. Candor Chasma is one of the largest canyons that make up Valles Marineris. The floor of Candor Chasma includes a variety of landforms, including layered deposits, dunes, landslide deposits and steep sided cliffs and mesas.