Astronomy Picture of the Day · May 31, 2002

In Chandor Chasma on Mars

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for May 31, 2002 is “In Chandor Chasma on Mars,” an image. It is credited to Credit: THEMIS , Mars Odyssey Team, JPL , NASA. The original explanation runs about 141 words.

From the explanation

“Scroll right and dive into a spectacular canyon on Mars . This daytime infrared view , recently recorded by the THEMIS camera on board the orbiting Mars Odyssey spacecraft, covers a 30 by 175 kilometer swath running along the canyon floor.”

— APOD editors, May 31, 2002

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: May 31, 2002
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: THEMIS , Mars Odyssey Team, JPL , NASA
Copyright: No copyright notice on the entry. Check the credited institution’s own usage rules before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 141 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, May 31, 2002 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2002-may-31-in-chandor-chasma-on-mars

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