The Planet Mars

A global mosaic of Mars using Mars Global Surveyor imagery

Some basic facts about Mars

Did you know that:

• The color of Mars is due to the iron oxides (rust) on its surface.
• Mars is home to Olympus Mons - the tallest mountain and volcano in the solar system.
• The two Martian moons Phobos and Deimos were discovered in 1877 by American astronomer Asaph Hall.
• There are some great photographs of Mars at the Mars Art Gallery.

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