SMRTR Science & EngineeringJun 24, 2025Live Science

Mars rover captures first close-up photos of giant 'spiderwebs' on the Red Planet

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NASA's Curiosity rover captured the first close-up images of massive Martian "spiderwebs" on Mount Sharp. These ancient groundwater-formed ridges, spanning up to 12 miles, could reveal insights about Mars' watery past and potential extraterrestrial life. Scientists are studying the mineral-rich formations to learn more about the planet's history and subsurface ocean.

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