New Photos of 'Astounding' Mars: space.com

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The discussion revolves around new images of Mars and the interpretations and speculations they inspire. Participants explore various claims about the Martian landscape, including unusual formations and humorous takes on the imagery.

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Main Points Raised

  • Ken Edgett notes that the new images of Mars reveal its complexity, suggesting ongoing surprises in Martian exploration.
  • One participant claims to have discovered Sasquatch footprints on Mars, asserting that the size and shape of the prints indicate they are not human.
  • Another participant expresses skepticism about the Sasquatch footprint claim, indicating a need for more evidence.
  • A humorous comment suggests that a fictional character, Sasquatch, aimed for Mars but missed, adding a playful tone to the discussion.
  • Another post claims to have found green Kryptonite on Mars, presenting it as a humorous take on the planet's surface features.
  • A participant humorously remarks on a "happy face" formation on Mars, suggesting it indicates Martian characteristics.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus, with multiple competing views on the interpretations of the images and the validity of the claims made.

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The discussion includes speculative interpretations of images without definitive evidence, and the claims rely heavily on personal belief and humor rather than scientific validation.

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Readers interested in Mars exploration, speculative interpretations of astronomical images, or humorous takes on scientific discussions may find this thread engaging.

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Like a celebrity under constant photographic scrutiny, Mars continues to show fresh and surprising faces. And as with an enigmatic Hollywood star, more than 10,000 new images of the red planet reveal more puzzles than answers.

"Mars just keeps astounding us with its complexity," said Ken Edgett, staff scientist for Malin Space Science Systems, which built and operates the Mars Orbiter Camera aboard NASA's Mars Global Surveyor.

http://space.com/scienceastronomy/mars_mgs_031007.html
 
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Sasquatch Footprints Discovered On Mars!

The image at the link below clearly shows a footprint in the Martian Landscape which, due to its size, can confidently be assumed not to be human. The footprint, three toes of which are unmistakable, is to the right of center in the photo. More to the right is a less distinct print headed in the same direction.

http://www.msss.com/moc_gallery/m07_m12/narrowangles.html

-Zooby :-)
 
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I don't see it. Let me get those "desperately want to believe" glasses on.
 
Goes without saying.
 
The cow jumped over the moon...guess the Sasquatch (a.k.a. "Sassy") was not to be outdone and aimed for Mars given its current close proximity. Just missed...a bit more to the right and he (she?) would have made it past the edge of Mars. :wink:
 
Kryptonite Found In Abundance On Mars

Photo at the link below clearly shows masses of green Kryptonite just lying around on the planet's surface. This ends, for many, the years of speculation about the true fate of the planet Krypton.

MOC Narrow-Angle Image Gallery * Mars Chart 21: Iapygia
Address:http://www.msss.com/moc_gallery/m07_m12/mc21.html Changed:3:25 PM on Friday, October 13, 2000