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The objective of this observation is to examine a light-toned deposit in a region of what is called “chaotic terrain” at the base of the Valles Marineris canyon system.
The deposit displays a rough surface, in contrast to the smoothness of the surrounding area. Some parts of the surface appear as if they were eroded by a fluid flowing north and south, or perhaps sculpted by the wind. This area is also visible in a Context Camera image. This deposit may be related to interior layered deposits in the Valles Marineris where it’s been suggested to have formed in an ancient lake.
ID: ESP_037545_1730
date: 31 July 2014
altitude: 268 km (167 mi)
NASA/JPL/UArizona