A Martian Mineral History (IMAGE)

Brown University

A Martian Mineral History

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The large dark area right of center on the hemisphere view of Mars is Syrtis Major. The map shows the presence of water-bearing clay minerals identified by OMEGA data. Blue indicates small amounts and orange-red indicates large amounts.

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European Space Agency

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