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Understanding How Martian Auroras Are Made
NASA MAVEN mission scientists found that certain types of auroras on Mars form similarly to Earth-based auroras.
Why it matters
This research provides insight into the processes that cause planets to lose their atmospheres over time.
The details
- Solar storm charged particles strip away the Martian atmosphere.
- MAVEN stands for Mars Atmosphere and Volatile Evolution.
- An illustration of this process was released July 23, 2026.
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