First X-ray diffraction measurements on Mars
Monday, December 8, 2014 - 10:30
in Astronomy & Space
In 2012 the Mars Science Laboratory landed in the fascinating Gale crater. The Gale crater is of such great interest because of the 5.5 km high mountain of layered materials in the middle. This material tells an intricate story of the history of Mars, perhaps spanning much of the existence of this mysterious planet.