Spots appear in Spring, disappear in Summer
(B) Early spring spots appear on the bright frosted surface of the dune field.
[Mars Orbiter Camera image processed by Malin Space Science Systems]
Last Update: 1 September 2019
ESA Science & Technology - Spots appear in Spring, disappear in Summer
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