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Bookmark or Share- Mars - WikipediaMars is the fourth planet from the Sun. The surface of Mars is orange-red because it is covered in iron (III) oxide dust, giving it the nickname " the Red Planet ". [21] [22] Mars is among the brightest objects in Earth's sky and its high-contrast albedo features have made it a common subject for telescope viewing.
- NASA Mars ExplorationNASA’s real-time portal for Mars exploration, featuring the latest news, images, and discoveries from the Red Planet.
- Mars: Facts - Science@NASAMars is known as the Red Planet because iron minerals in the Martian soil oxidize, or rust, causing the soil and atmosphere to look red. Introduction. Mars is one of the most explored bodies in our solar system, and it's the only planet where we've sent rovers to roam the alien landscape.
- In Depth | Mars – NASA Solar System ExplorationEven today, it is frequently called the "Red Planet" because iron minerals in the Martian dirt oxidize, or rust, causing the surface to look red. Potential for Life. Scientists don't expect to find living things currently thriving on Mars. Instead, they're looking for signs of life that existed long ago, when Mars was warmer and covered with water.
- Mars: Everything you need to know about the Red PlanetQuick facts. Mars' polar caps. Mars' climate. Orbit. Mars missions and research. Future human missions. Additional resources. Mars is the fourth planet from the sun and has a distinct rusty red...
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