Cerberus (Martian Albedo Feature)
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Cerberus is a large "dark spot" (an albedo feature
) located on Mars and named after the mythical dog Cerberus
.
Albedo feature
An albedo feature is a large area on the surface of a planet which shows a contrast in brightness or darkness with adjacent areas....
) located on Mars and named after the mythical dog Cerberus
Cerberus
Cerberus , or Kerberos, in Greek and Roman mythology, is a multi-headed hound which guards the gates of the Underworld, to prevent those who have crossed the river Styx from ever escaping...
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External links
- Google Mars - zoomable map centered on Cerberus