Hubble and MAVEN reveal Mars loses water through atmospheric escape, chemical reactions, and solar UV radiation.

NASA's Hubble Space Telescope and the MAVEN orbiter have revealed key insights into how Mars loses water. Researchers found that atmospheric escape, chemical reactions, and solar ultraviolet radiation contribute to this process. The study measured hydrogen atoms escaping from Mars, particularly when the planet is near the Sun. These findings enhance our understanding of water evolution on Mars and other Earth-sized planets in the universe.

September 05, 2024
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