atmosphere of mars
Martian Clay Could Be Hiding the Planet's Atmosphere
We know that Mars was once a warmer, wetter world with a thicker atmosphere, but now it has 1% of…
Mars has an Amazing Variety of Clouds
Mars has always held a special place in our hearts, likely from hints over the decades of perhaps finding signs…
Frost Seen on Olympus Mons for the First Time
It’s been known for years that there are large quantities of water ice locked up in the Martian poles. Around…
These Rocks Formed in an Ancient Lake on Mars
We already know that water has existed on the surface of Mars but for how long? Curiosity has been searching…
Planetary Atmospheres: Why study them? What can they teach us about finding life beyond Earth?
Universe Today has surveyed the importance of studying impact craters, planetary surfaces, exoplanets, astrobiology, solar physics, and comets, and what…
Life on Mars can Survive for Millions of Years Even Right Near the Surface
A new study conducted by a team of Russian scientists has found that microorganisms on Mars can survive the tough…
Some Earth Life is Ready to Live on Mars, Right Now
A new study from a team of researchers from the University of Arkansas shows that certain types of microorganisms could…
How Bad is the Radiation on Mars?
Due to the lack of a magnetosphere and its very thin atmosphere, the surface of Mars is exposed to a…
What Is Mars Atmosphere Made Of
[/caption]I think that one of the most interesting questions that have been posed of late is 'what is Mar's atmosphere…