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Mars Slope Streaks and Avalanche Clues Unveiled

A European Space Agency orbiter captured images of 'barcode'-like dust avalanches on Mars caused by meteoroid impacts, but a study shows most slope streaks are due to seasonal wind activity, contributing significantly to Martian dust circulation.

via Space|

#avalanches #dust-streaks #exomars

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Meteoroid Impact Sparks Dust Avalanches and Slope Streaks on Mars

A rare meteoroid impact on Mars near Apollinaris Mons caused dust avalanches and new surface streaks, captured by ESA's ExoMars orbiter, highlighting that most slope streaks are driven by wind and dust rather than impacts, with implications for understanding Mars' current and past environment.

via Phys.org|

#dust-avalanches #esa #mars