ALT A black and white image shows a portion of the Earth during the fall equinox in 2011. Half of the planet is shrouded in shadow, while the other half shows clouds, land masses, and the ocean.
ALT A black-and-white image taken by the Curiosity rover shows the rugged Martian landscape of Gale Crater. In the foreground, parts of the rover’s deck and instruments are visible, including panels, wiring, and wheels with textured treads. The rocky ground is uneven, with rough, cracked surfaces and layered sediment patterns. Tire tracks curve across the sandy terrain, leading toward distant ridges and mesas. In the background, Mount Sharp rises with striated slopes and terraces, its layers appearing smooth in some areas and jagged in others. The horizon fades into a hazy sky, creating a stark contrast with the detailed textures of the rocky foreground.
