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Water on a prehistoric Mars
Water on a prehistoric Mars. Computer artwork of water on Mars at some point in its past. Mars, the fourth planet from the Sun, is smaller than Earth with a surface area about the same as Earths land surface area. Today Mars is a cold desert world with a thin atmosphere of carbon dioxide. It is thought that Mars once had oceans of water, but that this water was lost due to the thin atmosphere and low Martian gravity. Any remaining water is trapped as ice below ground and at the poles. This artwork could also show terraforming of a future Mars
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This print takes us on a visual journey to the ancient past of Mars, offering a glimpse into what this enigmatic planet might have looked like billions of years ago. The computer artwork showcases an intriguing concept - water on prehistoric Mars. Mars, often referred to as the Red Planet, is significantly smaller than Earth but shares a similar land surface area. Today, it exists as a cold desert world with a thin carbon dioxide atmosphere. However, scientists believe that in its distant past, Mars boasted vast oceans of water which were lost over time due to its feeble atmosphere and low gravity. In this stunning illustration, we witness the possibility of Martian terraforming - transforming the barren landscape into one teeming with life and abundant water resources once again. It serves as a reminder that our neighboring planet has immense potential for future exploration and colonization. The spherical depiction of Mars against the backdrop of space evokes both awe and curiosity about our place in the universe. This single image encapsulates centuries' worth of scientific research and speculation regarding planetary engineering. As we continue to unravel the mysteries surrounding our solar system's planets, this thought-provoking artwork by Science Photo Library invites us to imagine what lies beyond our own blue sphere – perhaps even unlocking secrets about extraterrestrial life or discovering new frontiers for humanity's expansion among the stars.
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