Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

A Hole in Mars

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for May 28, 2007 is “A Hole in Mars,” an image. It is credited to Credit: NASA , JPL , U. Arizona. The original explanation runs about 138 words.

A Hole in Mars
Credit: NASA , JPL , U. Arizona Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“Black spots have been discovered on Mars that are so dark that nothing inside can be seen. Quite possibly, the spots are entrances to deep underground caves capable of protecting Martian life , were it to exist.”

— APOD editors, May 28, 2007

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
May 28, 2007
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: NASA , JPL , U. Arizona
Copyright
No copyright notice on the entry. Check the credited institution’s own usage rules before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 138 words

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