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Small Sinuous Ridge at Base of Small Hill in Aeolis Dorsa

Small Sinuous Ridge at Base of Small Hill in Aeolis Dorsa

A Sinuous Ridge in Aeolis Dorsa
There are many theories about the formation of sinuous ridges on Mars. Some theories suggest these may be inverted streambeds, while others indicate they may be a glacial feature called an esker. Closer inspection of this feature may help scientists determine if this is an inverted stream bed or an esker.

ID: ESP_082771_1735
date: 23 March 2024
altitude: 268 km

https://uahirise.org/hipod/ESP_082771_1735
NASA/JPL-Caltech/UArizona
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Black & white is less than 5 km across; enhanced color is less than 1 km. For full observation details, visit the ID link.