Phobos, one of Mars’ two natural satellites, has long attracted the attention of scientists because of the mysteries of its surface and origin. With a diameter of only about 22 km, Phobos is one of the smallest satellites in the Solar System. Although small, Phobos holds many questions about its …
Exploring Deimos’ Unusual Orbit
Deimos, one of Mars’ two natural satellites, has a very different and mysterious orbit compared to other moons in the Solar System. The smaller of Mars’ moons, measuring only about 12 kilometers in diameter, Deimos orbits the red planet at a greater distance than Phobos and has orbital characteristics that …
The Formation and Evolution of Phobos
Phobos, one of Mars’ two natural moons, is one of the most mysterious and well-studied celestial bodies in the Solar System. Due to its small size and extremely close orbit to Mars, Phobos has unique geological and structural features. However, the origin and evolution of Phobos remain a big question …