Mars has long held our fascination. As the second-closest planet to Earth and one whose solid surface can be observed through a telescope at night sky locations around it, this fascinating world remains of interest to humanity. Over time, scientists have amassed an enormous amount of information on Mars. Here are some of the most …
This image from NASA’s Curiosity rover shows what appears to be a sandy floral-like formation on Mars. But planetary scientist Abigail Fraemant says it’s actually a result of minerals and water interacting on the planet’s surface. This image is one of many amazing shots that have been taken of the red planet over the years. …
Mars is one of the brightest planets in our solar system. It’s also among the hottest and coldest, so it’s not surprising that scientists have made this planet a target of exploration. NASA’s Spirit, Opportunity and Curiosity rovers have been exploring the Red Planet for years. Now British YouTubers ‘ElderFox Documentaries’ have taken thousands of …
Mars is one of the most interesting planets in our solar system. It has been studied for centuries and is still a hot topic amongst scientists. The planet’s surface regularly experiences dust devils – well-formed and strong whirlwinds that whip up dirt on the surface. This image shows long dark trails where these whirlwinds have …
