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The Closest Planet Similar to Earth Could Be Home to Extraterrestrial Life

An Earth analog or Earth twin planet is defined as any planet which shares most of the characteristics found here on our own planet, including geological processes and lifeforms. Astrobiologists and astronomers study such planets in search of extraterrestrial life forms. Scientists have recently identified an increasing number of rocky exoplanets – planets like Earth …

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Is There a Limit to How Long a Human Can Live?

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The death of 118-year-old French nun Lucile Randon last week has reignited a long-standing debate: is there a limit to how long a healthy human can live? Back in the 18th century, French naturalist Georges-Louis Leclerc, known as the Comte de Buffon, theorised that a person who has not suffered an accident or illness could …

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Mars Planet Details

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Mars is one of the most interesting planets in our solar system. Throughout history, it has captivated scientists from around the world with its incredible features. Some of the most striking features include a huge volcano, the deepest gorge in the solar system and two small moons, Phobos and Deimos. Water A swathe of Mars …

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A Closer Look at a Picture of Mars

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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. …

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The Population of Mars the Planet

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If we are to find intelligent life on Mars we must first determine the population of this planet. This will tell us whether it is possible to establish a colony of intelligent people on this planet. The population of Mars is similar to the inhabitants of your Earth, although its advancements in material development have …

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Will Earth Turn Into Mars?

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The search for life on Mars has so far yielded few signs of activity. However, it’s still possible that if the right conditions are met, Earth-like organisms could flourish on Mars. But before humans ever set foot on the Red Planet, they’d need to solve a few serious problems. The simplest of those is that …

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