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flag Martian dust, laden with silica and perchlorates, threatens astronaut health and equipment, study finds.

flag A recent study highlights that Martian dust poses serious health risks to astronauts, including lung damage and potential thyroid issues, due to its fine nature and toxic components like silica and perchlorates. flag The dust can also affect equipment like solar panels. flag Researchers recommend air filters, self-cleaning suits, and electrostatic repulsion technologies to mitigate these risks on future Mars missions.

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