Tote Bag : Martian rock
Resolution may be poor at this size (41 DPI)
Home Decor from Science Photo Library
Martian rock
Martian rock. Micrograph of a patch of rock on Mars. This is a close-up of part of a bedrock outcrop near to where the Mars Exploration Rover Opportunity landed on 24 January 2004. The finely-layered rock contains spherical granules (one at centre right), which may have been formed from molten rock sprayed into the air by a volcano or meteorite impact, or by the accretion in water of successive mineral layers around a smaller particle. The spheres are gradually being released from the rock as it is eroded by windblown sand. This 3-centimetre-wide image was taken by Opportunitys microscopic imager
Science Photo Library features Science and Medical images including photos and illustrations
Media ID 6426781
© NASA/JPL/CORNELL/USGS/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY
2004 Bed Rock Composition Cosmology Eroded Exploration February Geological Grain Layer Layers Mars Martian Surface Micrograph Microscopy Nasa Opportunity Outcrop Planetary Rock Rocky Rover Scientific Solar System Sphere Spherical Strata Stratified Universe Mono Chrome Robert E Stone Mountain Wind Erosion
Canvas Tote Bag
Our tote bags are made from soft, durable, poly-poplin fabric and include a one inch (2.5cm) black strap for easy carrying on your shoulder. All seams are double-stitched for added durability. Each tote bag is machine-washable in cold water and is printed on both sides using the same image. Approximate size of bag is 50x33cm (20"x13")
Our tote bags are made from soft durable fabric and include a strap for easy carrying
Estimated Product Size is 32.7cm x 50cm (12.9" x 19.7")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases a Martian rock, providing an up-close and detailed view of its intriguing features. Taken by the Mars Exploration Rover Opportunity's microscopic imager in 2004, this image captures a patch of bedrock near the rover's landing site on January 24th. The rock exhibits finely-layered strata, revealing its complex geological history. Among these layers, spherical granules can be observed, with one prominently positioned at the center-right of the image. These spheres are believed to have formed through various processes such as volcanic eruptions or meteorite impacts, or potentially from mineral accretion around smaller particles in water. As time passes and windblown sand erodes the rock surface, these spherical formations gradually detach themselves from their rocky host. This erosion process offers valuable insights into how Martian landscapes evolve over time. With a width of three centimeters, this monochrome micrograph provides scientists with crucial data for research and exploration purposes. It contributes to our understanding of planetary geology and cosmology within our solar system while shedding light on Mars' unique composition. Thanks to NASA's Opportunity rover and its microscopic imager, we gain access to extraordinary images like this one that unravel the mysteries surrounding our neighboring planet's ancient past.
MADE IN THE UK
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
FREE COLORIZATION SERVICE
You can choose advanced AI Colorization for this picture at no extra charge!
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Basket.
