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A new image has emerged of the Red Planet rising above the lunar limb after being occulted by the moon in January.
We all know Mars is called β€œThe Red Planet,” but have you ever stopped to wonderβ€”why is it red? The classic joke explanation ...
March is the perfect time to see Mars shine in all its glory! According to BBC Sky At Night, the red planet will be visible throughout the month, offering plenty of opportunities for stargazers to ...
A waxing Moon brightens the sky as we catch our last looks at Uranus and view Venus, Mercury, Jupiter, and Mars in the sky ...
The red planet Mars, named for the Roman god of war, has long been an omen in the night sky. And in its own way, the planet’s rusty red surface tells a story of destruction. Billions of years ...
With its iconic rusty hue, Mars has long been called the red planet. Now, scientists may have discovered the potential source of that distinctive coloring, overturning a popular theory in the process.
A recent international study reveals that the Mars' iconic red hue is likely due to the iron mineral ferrihydrite, which requires water to form. This suggests Mars had a wetter, more habitable past.
Mars, the fourth planet from the sun, is a dry, rocky world. Its famous red color has earned it the nickname the Red Planet. Mars has fascinated people throughout history, and today, it is one of ...
It’s also a great month to watch the moon pass over the Pleiades β€” a favorite of all astrophotographers β€” see the red planet Mars pass some colorful stars and experience the first meteor shower of the ...