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space-science1 year ago

"Revealing Mars: Uncovering a Giant Volcano and Hidden Ice"

Scientists have discovered a giant volcano, provisionally named "Noctis volcano," near Mars' equator, which has been eroded over time and may have been active from ancient to recent times. The area also contains possible buried glacier ice, making it an exciting location for studying Mars' geologic evolution, searching for signs of life, and planning future robotic and human exploration. The discovery was made using data from various Mars missions and presents an opportunity for potential human exploration due to the presence of glacier ice near the equator.

astronomy1 year ago

"Mars Unveils Massive New Volcano"

Scientists have discovered a giant volcano on Mars, located near the planet's equator in the Eastern Noctis Labyrinthus region. The volcano, provisionally named "Noctis volcano," spans 450 kilometers in width and reaches an elevation of 9022 meters. The discovery also suggests the presence of buried glacier ice within the volcano's perimeter, making it an attractive area for potential future robotic and human exploration. The site presents an exciting opportunity to study Mars' geologic evolution, search for signs of life, and extract water for hydration and rocket fuel.

astronomy1 year ago

"Scientists Uncover Massive Hidden Volcano on Mars"

A giant volcano, provisionally named "Noctis volcano," has been discovered on Mars near the planet's equator, with possible remnants of glacier ice near its base. The volcano, spanning 450 kilometers in width, has been active from ancient through recent times and presents an exciting new location for studying Mars' geologic evolution, searching for life, and planning future robotic and human exploration. The discovery was announced at the 55th Lunar and Planetary Science Conference and was made possible through the analysis of data from various Mars missions.

earth-science2 years ago

Unraveling the Mystery: New Clue Found in Tidewater Glacier Retreat

Tidewater glaciers are retreating at unprecedented rates, and new research suggests that the bursting of tiny, pressurized bubbles in underwater glacier ice may be a key factor. The study found that bubbly glacier ice melts more than twice as fast as non-bubbly ice, indicating the need to adjust current climate models. These bubbles, which are filled with pressurized air, have not been accounted for in previous models. Understanding the role of these bubbles in ice melt could lead to more accurate predictions of glacier retreat and sea level rise.