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Topographic Map of Mars

This map illustrates the topography of Mars. The difference in elevation between the southern highlands and the northern lowlands exceeds 6 kilometers (3.7 miles) in some areas—comparable to the elevation difference between Earth’s continents and ocean floors.

Zoom in on the image — This map illustrates the topography of Mars. The difference in elevation between the southern highlands and the northern lowlands exceeds 6 kilometers (3.7 miles) in some areas—comparable to the elevation difference between Earth’s continents and ocean floors.

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WEB13716-2014

Source:

Mars Global Surveyor, Mars Orbiter Laser Altimeter

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Smithsonian Institution

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