Perspective view of eroded crater in Mangala Valles

This oblique perspective view shows an eroded crater in Mangala Valles region of Mars. The crater was filled with water and sediments during an intense period of flooding and later eroded. Chaotic terrain subsequently formed around it, characterised by isolated blocks of surface material that have been chaotically arranged during the release of subsurface water and subsequent surface collapse. Details of the surrounding channels carved by flowing water are also seen.

The view was generated using data from the High Resolution Stereo Camera stereo channels. The scene is part of a wider region imaged by ESA’s Mars Express on 12 July 2015 during orbit 14622.

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