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NASA's Curiosity rover marks 5,000 days on Mars
Original: NASA’s Curiosity rover just hit 5,000 days on Mars and sent back this stunning view
NASA's Curiosity rover has reached 5,000 sols, or Martian days, on the Red Planet, marking more than a decade of exploration since its 2012 landing in Gale Crater. The milestone comes alongside striking new imagery from the rover, which continues to study the planet's geology and habitability, drawing fresh attention to the longevity of the mission.
Why now: The milestone anniversary and the release of striking new imagery from Mars are generating interest in the long-running mission.
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- NASA’s Curiosity rover just hit 5,000 days on Mars and sent back this stunning view · sciencedaily.com
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