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Mars, optical image. This image was taken when Mars was 68 million kilometres from Earth

Mars, optical image. This image was taken when Mars was 68 million kilometres from Earth


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Mars, optical image. This image was taken when Mars was 68 million kilometres from Earth

Mars, optical image. This image was taken when Mars was 68 million kilometres from Earth. The Martian summer in the northern hemisphere results in a large south polar ice cap (white, bottom). Two seasonal dust storms can be seen, one at top centre and one over the Hellas impact basin at lower right. Photographed on 26 June 2001 by NASAs Hubble Space Telescope

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This print of Mars, taken by NASA's Hubble Space Telescope on 26 June 2001, showcases the Red Planet in all its celestial glory. From a distance of 68 million kilometers away from Earth, this optical image reveals fascinating details about our neighboring planet. The photograph captures the Martian summer in the northern hemisphere, displaying a striking contrast between the vast white south polar ice cap at the bottom and the rusty red surface of Mars. The presence of two seasonal dust storms adds an element of dynamism to this extraterrestrial landscape. One can be seen dominating the top center portion of the image while another engulfs the Hellas impact basin at lower right. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing scene, it is impossible not to marvel at both its beauty and scientific significance. This image offers astronomers and cosmologists valuable insights into Mars' atmospheric phenomena and weather patterns. It serves as a reminder that even though we are separated by millions of kilometers, there is still so much to discover about our planetary neighbors within our vast universe. Science Photo Library has expertly captured this momentous snapshot from space, allowing us to appreciate Mars' majestic features up close. Whether you are an astronomy enthusiast or simply captivated by cosmic wonders, this print invites you to embark on a visual journey through one of our solar system's most enigmatic planets - Mars.

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