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Story Map: Mapping Liquid Water on Mars

September 29, 2015  - By
Image: GPS World
Image: GPS World

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With NASA’s announcement on Monday that liquid water has been discovered on Mars, Esri has put together an interactive story map showing the craters and canyons on Mars that show evidence of water.

Watch animations of the recurring slope lineae (water stains) across four different craters and explore satellite imagery and elevation data for the Red Planet.

Below is an animation from the Jet Propulsion Laboratory showing seasonal flows in Hale Crater.

About the Author: Tracy Cozzens

Tracy Cozzens has been with GPS World magazine in varying capacities since 2006, wearing many hats during her tenure. She has worked in government, for non-profits, and in corporate communications, editing a variety of publications for audiences ranging from federal government contractors to teachers.