Newton Crater
Description:
Newton Crater is a large impact crater in Mars' southern highlands, 298 km in diameter, with a complex floor featuring gullies, dunes, and layered deposits.
Formed in the Noachian era, its walls show erosion from wind and possible water, with fans and channels indicating seasonal flows of brines or carbon dioxide frost sublimation. It's a window into Mars' climatic history.
How I Got My Name:
Named after Sir Isaac Newton, the English physicist and mathematician known for laws of motion and gravity.
Interesting Fact:
HiRISE images reveal recurring slope lineae, dark streaks suggesting transient water flows; these features change seasonally, sparking debate on modern liquid water on Mars and potential habitability.
Location:
Centered at 40.5° S, 158.1° W, 298 km diameter.
