Description:
Jezero Crater is a 45 km diameter impact basin in Mars' northern hemisphere, site of the Perseverance rover landing in 2021.
Formed 3.5 billion years ago, it once hosted a lake and river delta, with fan-shaped deposits rich in clays and carbonates. The crater floor and walls preserve evidence of ancient water and potential biosignatures.
How I Got My Name:
Named after Jezero, a town in Bosnia and Herzegovina, following IAU theme of Earth place names for Martian craters.
Interesting Fact:
Perseverance collects samples for Earth return; delta sediments indicate habitable environments, with the rover discovering organic compounds and igneous rocks, advancing search for past life on Mars.
Location:
Centered at 18.4Β° N, 77.6Β° E, 45 km diameter.
