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    Discovering

    Mars: The
    Red Planet
    and Its
    Mars, our fascinating neighbour, holds secrets waiting to be

    Mysteries
    uncovered. This presentation explores its characteristics,
    exploration history, and future prospects.

    KP
    Size and Structure
    1 Second Smallest 2 Equatorial Radius
    Mars is the second smallest planet in our It has an equatorial radius of approximately
    solar system. 3,396 km.
    Atmosphere and Surface
    Thin Atmosphere Reddish Surface Olympus Mons

    Mars has a thin atmosphere The surface appears reddish Features the largest volcano in
    primarily composed of carbon due to iron oxide. the solar system.
    dioxide.
    Time and Seasons on Mars
    Martian Day 1
    A day on Mars lasts about 24.5 hours.

    2 Martian Year
    A year on Mars is equivalent to 687 Earth days.

    Seasons 3
    Mars experiences four seasons, each lasting twice as
    long as Earth's.
    Exploration History
    1960s
    Early missions like Mariner 4 gathered crucial
    data about Mars.

    Viking 1
    Provided significant insights into the Martian
    environment.

    Water Discovery
    Evidence of liquid water suggests potential for
    past life.
    Climate on Mars
    Average Temperature
    The average temperature on Mars is around -60°C.

    Temperature Variations
    Significant temperature differences between day and
    night.

    Thin Atmosphere
    Provides little protection from solar radiation.
    Challenges for Habitation

    Radiation
    High levels of solar radiation pose risks to human health.

    Extreme Temperatures
    Wide temperature fluctuations complicate long-term habitation.

    Thin Atmosphere
    Insufficient atmosphere for breathing or protection.
    Future Settlement Plans
    1 2030-2040
    NASA aims to send humans to Mars.

    2 Research Stations
    Plans focus on building scientific outposts.

    3 Underground Habitats
    Proposed to protect from radiation and extreme
    temperatures.
    Terraforming Ideas
    1 CO2 Release
    Releasing CO2 from polar ice could create a
    greenhouse effect.

    2 Atmosphere Thickening
    A thicker atmosphere might make the planet more
    habitable.

    3 Long-Term Project
    Terraforming would be a multi-generational
    endeavour.
    Conclusion
    Intriguing Characteristics
    Mars presents unique features for scientific study.

    Colonization Possibilities
    Future missions may pave the way for human
    settlement.

    Expanding Knowledge
    Mars exploration enhances our understanding of space
    and habitation.

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