In 2004, NASA launched the Opportunity probe to Mars with an initial mission lasting only 90 days. However, Opportunity surpassed all expectations by extending its operating time to more than 14 years, making a 45 km exploration journey across the arid surface of the red planet. During its operation, Opportunity …
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Perseverance Mission Searches for Signs of Life on Mars
February 18, 2021 marked a major step forward in the journey to explore Mars when NASA’s Perseverance probe successfully landed on the surface of the red planet. Perseverance’s main goal is not only to study the geology and climate of Mars, but also to search for signs of ancient life, …
Learn About the Red Planet Mars and the Gas Planets
Our Solar System is a diverse system with different types of planets, from small rocky planets like Mars and Earth, to gas giants like Jupiter and Saturn. Among them, Mars – also known as the red planet – is one of the planets that receives the most attention, thanks to …
The Interaction Between Climate Conditions and the Possibility of Life on Mars
Mars, the mysterious red planet, has always attracted the attention of scientists because of its potential to support life. Decades of exploration and space missions have yielded important data about the climate, geology, and environmental conditions on Mars. But can the planet’s current harsh climate support life, or was there …
Technological Inventions From the Perseverance Mission
The Perseverance mission, launched in 2020, is a major step forward in NASA’s Mars exploration efforts. In addition to its search for signs of ancient life, Perseverance is also a showcase of modern technological advances that will prepare for future missions, including human settlement on the Red Planet. From autonomous …
The Formation of Mount Olympus, the Highest Mountain in the Solar System
The Formation of Mount Olympus: The Highest Mountain in the Solar System Mount Olympus (Olympus Mons), located on the surface of Mars, is considered the tallest mountain in the Solar System. At about 22 km high and more than 600 km in diameter, Olympus Mons is not just a mountain, …
