
This daytime infrared image of Rabe Crater illustrates the warming effect of the sun on sand. The extensive sand sheet and dunes of Rabe crater appear bright in the infrared indicating they are warmer than the surrounding floor and plains materials.
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NASA ID
PIA11904
Date Created
July 10, 2009
Center
JPL
Media Type
image
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