Wednesday, June 20, 2012

Coprates Face


This cherub-like face can be found in Coprates Chasma in the vicinity of Valles Marineris. It seems nicely sculptured in this image but sometimes such images can be deceiving. 


Here is the CTX photo:


Of course, this doesn't look as impressive, but at least you can see the similarity. You can tell where the "eyes" are. You can also make out where the "mouth" is. 




The CRISM image above gives better facial similarity. 


The HIRISE cuts a bit off from the face while focusing on the "mouth."



Interestingly enough you can see a different kind of face contained within. Let me point it out just in case you haven't seen it yet:


CTX: 

CRISM:  

HIRISE:  

Coordinates:   15°15'44.72"S  56°37'11.30"W


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