Deltas On Mars
Researchers have found a number of examples of deltas that formed in Martian lakes. Finding deltas is a major sign that Mars once had a lot of water. Deltas have been found over a wide geographical range. Below are pictures of a few.
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Delta in Ismenius Lacus quadrangle, as seen by THEMIS.
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Delta in Lunae Palus quadrangle, as seen by THEMIS.
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Delta in Margaritifer Sinus quadrangle as seen by THEMIS.
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Probable delta in a crater to the NE of Holden Crater, as seen by Mars Global Surveyor. Image in Margaritifer Sinus quadrangle.
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