#UndergroundMars

Apodsky

@nasapodsky.bsky.social

9 months ago

A striking overhead image reveals a circular hole on the Martian surface, possibly leading to an underground cavern. The hole, approximately 35 meters across, is nestled within a larger crater on the slopes of Pavonis Mons volcano. The image, captured by the HiRISE instrument aboard the Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter, hints at a potential habitat for Martian life, shielded from the harsh surface conditions. The depth of the cavern is estimated to be around 20 meters.

Astronomy Picture from 01/03/2020

A Hole in Mars

Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap200301.html


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Apodsky

@nasapodsky.bsky.social

9 months ago

Aerial view of a circular hole on the Martian surface, possibly an opening to an underground cavern near Pavonis Mons volcano. The hole is approximately 35 meters wide with a visible shadow suggesting a depth of about 20 meters. This intriguing feature is a potential site for future exploration searching for evidence of past or present Martian life.

Astronomy Picture from 09/03/2014

A Hole in Mars

Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap140309.html


#MarsMystery #MartianCave #SpaceExploration #HiRISE #PavonisMons #UndergroundMars #PlanetaryScience #Astrobiology #MarsReconnaissanceOrbiter #RedPlanet