NASA’s Mars Odyssey Orbiter Captures Breathtaking Image of Olympus Mons, Largest Volcano in Solar System
NASA’s Mars Odyssey orbiter captures a stunning image of Olympus Mons, the largest volcano in the solar system. Standing at 17 miles tall and 373 miles wide, this colossal shield volcano on Mars is showcased in all its grandeur. The image reveals the volcano’s caldera at its peak, surrounded by the Martian atmosphere with colorful bands of dust, water-ice clouds, and red dust layers. This unprecedented view offers valuable scientific data for researchers, providing insights into Mars’ geological features and atmospheric conditions.