From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Solis Lacus
Solis Lacus
Lacus is known for the variability of its appearance,
changing its size and shape when dust storms occur. Per-
cival Lowell believed that it was the planetary capital of
Mars due to the number of canals he claimed intersected
at the region.
References
• Beish, Jeffrey D.. "Chapter 4 -- SURFACE FEATURES
Solis Lacus feature on Mars.Screenshot from Celestia OF MARS". Observing the Planet Mars.
http://www.dustymars.net-a.googlepages.com/
Solis Lacus (85° W, 26° S) is a dark feature on Mars. Observing_Mars_4.html. Retrieved 2006-10-22.
It was once called "Oculus" and is still commonly called Coordinates: 26°S 85°W / 26°S 85°W / -26; -85
"The Eye of Mars" because with the surrounding light
area called Thaumasia it resembles the pupil of one. Solis
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Categories:
• Albedo features on Mars
• Mars stubs
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