Richat Structure, Mauritania
This prominent circular feature, known as the Richat Structure, in the Sahara desert of Mauritania is often noted by astronauts because it forms a conspicuous bull-eye on the otherwise rather featureless expanse of the desert.
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PIA04963
Date Created
June 17, 2004
Center
JPL
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