The Aphelion Cloud Belt Phase Function At Gale Crater
A.C. Innanen1, B.A. Cooper2, C.L. Campbell1, S.D. Guzewich3, J.L. Kloos4, H.M. Sapers1, J.E. Moores1.
1
Centre For Research In Earth And Space Science, York University, Toronto, Canada (Ainnanen@Yorku.Ca)
2
Noirlab, Gemini North Observatory, Hilo, Usa
3
Nasa Goddard Space Flight Center, Greenbelt, Usa
4
Department Of Astronomy, University Of Maryland, College Park, Usa

Introduction: The Mars Science Laboratory
Rover (Msl, Curiosity), Located In Gale Crater
(4.5°S, 137.4°E) Has Observed Martian Clouds Since
Its Landing In 2012 (E.G. Moores Et Al., 2015, Kloos
Et Al. 2018, Cooper Et Al., 2019). Many Of These Are
Water-Ice Clouds, Which Are Particularly Prominent
During The Aphelion Cloud Belt (Acb) Season
(Ls~50°-150°), Which Is Characterized By Increased
Formation Of Water-Ice Clouds Around The Equator