Reiner Gamma Swirls

Reiner Gamma is one of the most distinctive and enigmatic features on the Moon. This striking, tadpole-shaped swirl has beguiled scientists for centuries. While its exact origin is still debated, most lunar scientists propose that it's somehow related to localized magnetic fields.

Latitude: 7.39°
Longitude: 301°
Camera: NAC
Image Width: 50.0 km
Image(s): M1127569280LR
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