The smooth surfaces of angular and rounded rocks seen in this image of the martian terrain may be the result of wind-polishing debris, scientists say. The pictue was taken by the panoramic camera on the Mars Exploration Rover Spirit. Credit: NASA/JPL/Cornell University

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