AIR BAG TRACKS: The circular shapes seen on the martian surface in these images are footprints left by the Opportunity's airbags during landing.The circular region of the flower-like feature on the right is about the size of a basketball. Scientists are studying the prints for more clues about the makeup of martian soil. Click to enlarge.

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