Unraveling the Mystery of Plasma Jets in Mars' Magnetosheath

Astrophysicists have discovered magnetosheath jets on Mars, similar to those found on Earth, using data from the MAVEN spacecraft. The jets generate waves and transfer energy within the magnetosheath, and are associated with increased magnetic field fluctuations. The researchers propose larger statistical studies in the future to estimate the geo-effectiveness of magnetosheath jets on Mars for diverse solar wind conditions.