Mars, Red Planet

Chinese scientists developing Mars drone that can roll and fly across Red Planet (video)
Seen as showing promising potential in future Mars science work, the UAV can take off at any time, traverse obstacles, and boasts superb endurance, reports state-owned China Central Television (CCTV). "On the ground, it mainly rolls by shifting its center of gravity," said Zhu Yimin, a Ph.D candidate at SoA.
The Red Dust on Mars Might Be a Different Mineral Than Scientists Thought, Shedding Light on the Planet’s Past
A new study suggests the iron oxide responsible for the red planet's distinctive hue is ferrihydrite, pointing to the bygone presence of water, an important ingredient for life
Scientists say they’ve discovered why Mars is red
A study suggests Mars takes its red hue from a type of mineral that forms in cool water, which could reveal insights about whether Mars was ever able to support life.
Why is Mars red? Our old understanding might be wrong.
Martian dust is mostly rust. Mars’s famed color has captivated humankind for centuries, earning its nickname of the ‘Red Planet’. Romans named Mars for their god of war because its colour was reminiscent of blood, while Egyptians called it ‘Her Desher’, meaning ‘the red one.’ CREDIT: A.Valantinas.
What makes Mars the 'Red' Planet? Scientists have some new ideas
Mars is widely known for its iconic rusty red color — many people even refer to it as just the "Red Planet" — but new research suggests the Martian shade isn't just lovely to look at. The chemistry behind Mars' rosy hue may actually hold important information about our cosmic neighbor.
Scientists Challenge Long-Held Theory on Why Mars Is Red
The Red Planet, as it’s often called, has a distinct hue, and a new theory about this coloration could have implications for our understanding of Mars' evolution.
Have we been wrong about why Mars is red?
The Red Planet’s iconic rusty dust has a much wetter history than previously assumed, find scientists combining European Space Agency (ESA) and NASA spacecraft data with new laboratory experiments on replica Mars dust.
Scientists May Have Finally Solved The Mystery Behind Mars’ Red Color
Results from a new study show that the water-rich iron mineral ferrihydrite may be the main pigment behind Mars’ reddish dust.
New research suggests real reason Mars is red — and it could change the way we think about the planet forever
A new study may have revealed the true source behind how the Red Planet got its hue. It’s been long thought that Mars shines red due to the rusted iron minerals within the dust that covers the planet — but a study published Tuesday in the journal Nature Communications suggests otherwise.
Why is Mars is red? A mystery millions of years in the making
Mars’s red dust may contain ferrihydrite, an iron mineral that forms in water. This suggests ancient Mars had water for longer than believed.
Why is Mars red? This answer reinforces the idea of Martian life 🟠
Mars, the red planet, owes its iconic color to a very specific chemical process. But new research suggests that this rusty hue hides a more complex history than previously thought. For
Mars time machine: Researchers create virtual model to decode red planet's climate evolution
Researchers are creating advanced simulations that will provide a deeper understanding of Mars's climatic history and help to ...
Life on Mars? New Brown University research offers theory for why Earth’s neighbor is red.
Ferrihydrite, a water-rich iron mineral, plays an important role in giving the red planet its signature hue, according to the ...
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Scientists Figure Out How the Red Planet Earned Its Name
Scientists once believed our planetary next-door neighbor got its rusty hue from hematite, a common iron ore known for its ...
Why is Mars red? The fascinating truth might surprise you
Mars, the “Red Planet,” has fascinated scientists for centuries. A new study suggests that its red colour comes from ...
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The Sky This Week from February 28 to March 7: The Moon joins the planets
Luna skims by Mercury, Venus, Uranus, Neptune, and Jupiter as it grows from a thin crescent to just past First Quarter in the ...
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Scientists provide evidence for existence of ancient ocean on Mars
The findings offer the most direct subsurface evidence of an ancient ocean on the red planet. Although orbital images have ...
Why is Mars red? A new study revealed by NASA & ESA
Mars, often referred to as the Red Planet, has long intrigued scientists due to its striking rusty hue. Previously, ...
Once-in-a-generation cosmic event set to appear in night sky TONIGHT... here's how to see it
A rare cosmic event will grace the night sky Friday. Astronomers are calling it a once-in-a-generation wonder as the next ...