Scientists discover a ‘gigantic’ volcano on Mars with a surprising secret

Scientists discover a ‘gigantic’ volcano on Mars with a surprising secret

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Category : Science and Tech Published on: March 21 2024

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  • Discovery of the 'Noctis Volcano' on Mars, standing at 29,600 feet tall and stretching 450 kilometers wide, unveils a previously undetected colossal geological feature on the planet.
  • Utilizing data from multiple missions including NASA's Mariner 9, Viking Orbiter 1 and 2, Mars Global Surveyor, and others, scientists managed to uncover the volcano's existence despite challenges posed by erosion and the Martian landscape.
  • The presence of the 'Noctis Volcano' offers insights into Mars' geologic and potential biologic history, with implications for astrobiology. Additionally, the discovery of a buried glacier ice sheet near the volcano's base raises the possibility of past water activity and hints at the potential for ancient life on Mars.
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