Mars, the fourth planet from the sun, is often referred to as the "Red Planet" due to its rusty hue from the iron oxide-rich soil dust. The planet is dotted with frosty dunes, largely located in the high latitudes of the northern plains. Mars" atmosphere is composed of nearly 96% carbon dioxide, which is why carbon ice forms on the surface. These dunes showcase the dynamic interaction between Mars" thin atmosphere, its surface, and seasonal temperature changes.
Frost-covered dunes on Mars
Today in History
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When Death Valley blew its top
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A valley view at 9,000 feet
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National Poinsettia Day
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Class, please take out a No. 2 pencil…
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The Cordillera de la Sal in the Cordillera Domeyko Range of Chile
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International Jazz Day
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A festival of colors
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Mangrove Conservation Day
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Happy Mother’s Day
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Let’s talk fossils
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Moai statues on Easter Island, Chile
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An enduring vision
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Yosemite National Park, California
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Birds of a feather
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World Rivers Day
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Pont Alexandre III, Paris, France
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Winterpret on ice
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Merry Christmas!
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Arches National Park, Utah
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Falling for Rioja
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A legend and a legendary home
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Mexican giant cardon cactus
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You ve never seen anything like this
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Gemsbok in Namibian sand dunes
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Pascua Florida Day
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Mona Vale Rockpool, Sydney, Australia
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National Park Week: Guadalupe Mountains National Park
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Till the cows come home
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International Mountain Day
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