Mensa (geology)

In planetary geology, the word mensa (pl. mensae) is used to refer to a large mesa-like area of raised land.

Ganges Mensa, as seen by HiRISE. Ganges Mensa is found in the Coprates quadrangle of Mars.
Capri Mensa, as seen by HIRISE. Click on image to see buttes and layers. Capri Mensa is found in the Coprates quadrangle of Mars.
Mesa in Ismenius Lacus quadrangle, as seen by CTX. Mesa has several glaciers eroding it.

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