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Pit near Arsia Mons

Pit near Arsia Mons

A Pit near Arsia Mons
Previously visible in Context Camera data, our image can determine if any underlying void (open fracture, dilational normal fault) and associated faults can be observed. Pits may reflect geologically-recent tectonic or volcanic activity. Any associated caves could be targets for future robotic exploration.

ID: ESP_076794_1785
date: 14 December 2022
altitude: 256 km

https://uahirise.org/hipod/ESP_076794_1785
NASA/JPL-Caltech/University of Arizona
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Black & white is less than 5 km across; enhanced color is less than 1 km. For full observation details, visit the ID link.