Ius and Tithonium Chasmata on Mars (annotated)

This image from ESA’s Mars Express shows Ius and Tithonium Chasmata, which form part of Mars’ Valles Marineris canyon structure.

This image comprises data gathered by Mars Express’ High Resolution Stereo Camera (HRSC) on 21 April 2022. It was created using data from the nadir channel, the field of view aligned perpendicular to the surface of Mars, and the colour channels of the HRSC. It is a ‘true colour’  image, reflecting what would be seen by the human eye if looking at this region of Mars.

The ground resolution is approximately 25 m/pixel and the image is centred at about 272°E/6°S. North is to the right.

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