NASA's Perseverance rover ascends to Jezero Crater rim on Mars for rock sample collection.

NASA's Perseverance rover has commenced a steep ascent to the rim of Jezero Crater on Mars, where it will collect rock samples. Launched in 2021, the rover has already gathered 22 rock core samples from the crater floor, which was once filled with water. These samples could provide insight into the history of rocky planets like Mars and Earth, and potentially reveal evidence of ancient Martian life. The rover will traverse rocky terrain and slopes of up to 23 degrees during its months-long journey.

August 27, 2024
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