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Rectangular networks on Titan (T13)

Rectangular networks on Titan (T13)
Rectangular networks on Titan (T13) A detailed view of Titan rivers from Cassini's "T13" radar swath shows a rectangular river network. Rather than having randomly oriented branches, the river has many sub-parallel, straight segments. These suggest that underground joints or faults are controlling the direction that methane can flow across Titan's surface. NASA / JPL-Caltech / Devon Burr