Scientists explore aerosol-based methods to warm Mars as first step toward terraforming
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Leonard David
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Scientists are researching methods to terraform Mars, including the dispersion of aerosols to warm the planet's atmosphere as a first step toward making it habitable for humans. A new field called "applied astrobiology" is emerging to evaluate the feasibility of transforming Mars. The research suggests that relatively modest investments could keep open the option of extending life beyond Earth as Mars exploration continues.
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· 3 pulledScientists are engaged in research with an eye toward transforming the cold climes of Mars into a far more habitable place for Earthlings in the future.
One notion proposed is the dispersion of an aerosol meant to help warm up Mars' atmosphere.
Relatively modest research investments would keep open the option of extending life beyond Earth as Mars' scientific exploration continues.
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