Iron mineral reason for Mars's red colour, study suggests; hints planet was once habitable
- Posted on February 26, 2025
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Iron mineral reason for Mars's red colour, study suggests; hints planet was once habitable
Research suggests Mars's red hue may be due to ferrihydrite, an iron oxide formed in cool water, implying past habitability. Data from Mars missions and lab simulations support this theory, which NASA's Perseverance rover will further investigate, aiming to uncover Mars's ancient climate.
