NASA's Perseverance rover has identified a bizarre rock formation named 'Skull Hill' in the Port Anson region on Mars. Initial evaluations suggest it might be a 'float,' a rock possibly originating from another location. The rock's distinctive dark tone contrasts sharply with its lighter surroundings, featuring pits resembling eye sockets. While the true origin of Skull Hill is uncertain, NASA posits two theories, including the possibility that it is a meteorite, reminiscent of findings from the Curiosity rover in the Gale crater. Observations continue as the team seeks answers.
'If you look closely, you might even spot spherules within the surrounding regolith!''
'The pits on Skull Hill may have formed via the erosion of clasts from the rock or scouring by wind.'
'We've found a few of these dark-toned floats in the Port Anson region.'
'Skull Hill's dark color is reminiscent of meteorites found in Gale crater by the Curiosity rover.'
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