Astronomy Picture of the Day · August 8, 2011

Seasonal Dark Streaks on Mars

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for August 8, 2011 is “Seasonal Dark Streaks on Mars,” an image. It is credited to Image Credit: HiRISE , MRO , LPL (U. Arizona) , NASA. The original explanation runs about 186 words.

From the explanation

“What is causing these dark streaks on Mars? A leading hypothesis is flowing — but quickly evaporating — water.”

— APOD editors, August 8, 2011

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: August 8, 2011
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit: HiRISE , MRO , LPL (U. Arizona) , NASA
Copyright: No copyright notice on the entry. Check the credited institution’s own usage rules before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 186 words