Gale Crater

The crater is named for Australian astronomer Walter F. Gale (1865-1945). Gale Crater formed when a meteor hit Mars in its early history, about 3.5 to 3.8 billion years ago. The meteor impact punched a hole in the terrain. The explosion ejected rocks and soil that landed around the crater.

Description

Author/Origin: Richard Kim
Relevant Mission: Robotic Mars Exploration
Date Added: July 20, 2015
Keywords: Mars, Crater, Mars Trek
GitHub Repository: Mars Trek - Inside Gale Crater

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