Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter

For those who asked us to show more imagery of Mars, you’re in luck! Check out this shot captured by the Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter, which has been taking photos of the Red Planet since 2006. The orbiter’s mission is search for signs of water, either past or present, to determine how it and other geological forces have shaped the planet’s surface. Follow us on Instagram at @dailyoverview to see more of Mars' diverse landscapes, including dunes, rock faults, impact craters, valleys, and even carbon dioxide ice.

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