Those icy ridges found on the Tartarus Dorsa region of Pluto are similar to the so - called penitentes on Earth, making it possible for the same features to exist elsewhere in the solar system, a new study has found. (techtimes.com)
In addition to views of the array antennas, the camera also provides stunning views of the geologic wonders of the Chajnantor Plateau, including the Licancabur stratovolcano and the curious, blade - like snow formations known as penitentes, which form only in extremely high and dry conditions, like those found at ALMA. (alma-telescope.jp)
«Some recent research suggests there may be a lot of penitentes [on Europa],» Green wrote in an email. (businessinsider.com)