
The linear depressions in the middle of this VIS image are graben called Cerberus Fossae. Graben form where extensional tectonic forces allows blocks of material to subside between paired faults. Cerberus Fossae are located in Elysium Planitia, southeast of the Elysium Mons volcanic complex. Orbit Number: 87793 Latitude: 15.3137 Longitude: 163.349 Instrument: VIS Captured: 2021-09-29 04:24 https://photojournal.jpl.nasa.gov/catalog/PIA25292
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PIA25292
Date Created
April 26, 2022
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JPL
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