Some of the most extraordinary MastCam images so far. We are seeing finely layered, continuous beds, with some cross bedded layers. Although textures can be ambiguous, these ones rule out an origin as lava flows. This could be one of our best localities for understanding sedimentary processes in Gale Crater before we get to Mt. Sharp itself.
This blog is a record of my experiences and work during the Mars Science Laboratory mission, from the preparation, landing on August 5th 2012 Pacific Time, and onwards... I will also post updates about our other Mars work on meteorites, ExoMars and new missions. You can also follow the planetary science activities with @LeicsPlanets Professor John Bridges, School of Physics and Astronomy
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