Martian south polar region just prior to the arrival of the MPL
By Astrogeology Science Center
1999 (approx.)
Detailed Description
Shows the temperatures in the Martian south polar region just prior to the arrival of the Mars polar lander. The color transition from blue to green shows the current edge of the south polar cap. Circles are spaced at 10 degrees of latitude. 0° longitude is straight up.
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Public Domain.
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