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Smithsonian Magazine on MSN · 1h

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

Space on MSN · 1d

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.

CNN on MSN · 14h

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.

Rover finds evidence of 'vacation-style' beaches on Mars

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Mars was once a 'vacation-style' beach planet, Chinese rover scans reveal

China's Zhurong rover has found evidence of an ancient shoreline buried deep beneath the planet. That could point to an ocean, a beach, and to life.

New York Post on MSN · 14h

Mars was once home to ‘vacation-style’ beaches and bodies of water: study

Mars may have once been a paradise with Earth-like oceans and balmy beaches that would have been ideal for harboring living organisms, according to a new study. An international team of

Space on MSN · 1d

Ancient beach on Mars discovered by China's Zhurong Mars rover: 'This strengthens the case for past habitability'

China's Mars rover discovered evidence of an ancient Red Planet beach. Here's why scientists are excited about this.

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Exact time all 7 planets will align in UK skies this week - for the last time until 2040

Mars, Jupiter, Uranus, Venus, Neptune, Mercury, and Saturn - are set to align in the UK this week and it's the last time it ...

Greek Reporter6h

Evidence of Ancient Beaches Detected on Mars

Data obtained by the Chinese Zhurong Martian rover has revealed what look like sandy beaches on Mars's northern plains.

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7-planet alignment: Northern Michigan, U.P. dark sky sites may offer viewing potential

Experts say open areas away from urban light pollution may offer the best possibilities for viewing the seven-planet alignment.

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7 planets are aligning in the night sky for a "planetary parade." Here's what to know.

Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Neptune and Uranus could be visible, but not all can be seen by the naked eye.

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Every planet of our solar system is lining up in the February night sky

Seven planets grace the sky at the end of February in what’s known as a planetary parade, though some will be difficult to ...

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Adsorptive regolith on Mars soaks up water, updated model shows

Mars, the next frontier in space exploration, still poses many questions for scientists. The planet was once more hospitable, ...

Ancient Mars wasn’t just wet. It was cold and wet

Mars may once have held enough water to fill oceans and form coastlines. The planet’s red dust contains water and likely formed in cold conditions.

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How to See February's Rare 7-Planet Alignment That Won't Happen Again Until 2040

Prepare for an unforgettable “planet parade” as 7 planets will align in a rare celestial event on Feb. 28, for the last time ...

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