Astronomy Picture of the Day · July 10, 2003

Dust Storm Over Northern Mars

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for July 10, 2003 is “Dust Storm Over Northern Mars,” an image. It is credited to Credit: Malin Space Science Systems , MGS , JPL , NASA. The original explanation runs about 130 words.

From the explanation

“Almost on cue , as Mars nears its closest approach to planet Earth in recorded history, ominous seasonal dust storms are beginning to kick up.”

— APOD editors, July 10, 2003

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At a glance

Date: July 10, 2003
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Malin Space Science Systems , MGS , JPL , NASA
Copyright: No copyright notice on the entry. Check the credited institution’s own usage rules before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 130 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, July 10, 2003 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2003-july-10-dust-storm-over-northern-mars

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