Attractions in Layers of Mountain Inside Gale Crater

The lower portion of a mountain inside Gale crater on Mars contains layers that may be examined by NASA Mars Science Laboratory. A landing site in Gale, close to the foot of the mountain, has been selected for the mission.

The lower portion of a mountain inside Gale crater on Mars contains layers that may be examined by NASA Mars Science Laboratory. A landing site in Gale, close to the foot of the mountain, has been selected for the mission.