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Martian landscape and Sun, artwork
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Martian landscape and Sun, artwork
Martian landscape. Artwork of a typical Martian landscape with a boulder in the foreground and Sun in the sky. Mars is a rocky desert world with no surface water. The orange colour of the rocks is due to a high content of iron oxides. Rocks such as the one in the image are thought to have been deposited by ancient water floods. The Martian atmosphere, less dense than Earth s, is mostly carbon dioxide. Surface temperatures are well below freezing. The gravity is about one third of that on Earth
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This stunning artwork captures the essence of Mars, our neighboring planet in the solar system. The Martian landscape depicted here showcases a rocky desert world devoid of surface water, with an intriguing boulder dominating the foreground. The vibrant orange hue of the rocks is a result of their high iron oxide content, giving them a rusty appearance. The image hints at Mars' fascinating geological history, as these rocks are believed to have been left behind by ancient water floods that once flowed across its surface. Despite its barrenness, Mars boasts a captivating beauty that draws us closer to understanding our cosmic surroundings. The Martian atmosphere differs greatly from Earth's; it is predominantly composed of carbon dioxide and has lower density. Surface temperatures on this arid planet plunge well below freezing point, making it an inhospitable environment for life as we know it. Additionally, gravity on Mars is only about one-third that of Earth's. Through this computer-generated artwork created by Science Photo Library, we gain insight into planetary science and cosmology while marveling at the setting sun casting warm hues over this martian terrain. It serves as a reminder of how vast and diverse our universe truly is – offering endless opportunities for exploration and discovery beyond our home planet.
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