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Computer artwork of planets on a large explosion
Solar system planets. Computer artwork of the planets of the Solar System on a huge explosion. Clockwise from lower left, the planets are: Saturn, Mars, Pluto (a Dwarf planet), Jupiter, Mercury

Planets and Sun with scale
Planets and the Sun next to a scale, artwork. The planets of our solar system have been drawn to scale and placed next to each other on a grid

Rocky planets
Inner planets. Computer artwork of the rocky inner planets of the solar system. These are Earth (upper left), Mars (red, lower right), Venus (dark, behind Mars) and Mercury (brown)

Artwork of the Mars Climate Orbiter orbiting Mars
Mars Climate Orbiter. Artwork of the Mars Climate Orbiter over Mars. The Mars Climate Orbiter is due for a launch in December 1998

Artwork of Mars Surveyor 2001 Orbiter above Mars
Mars Surveyor 2001 Orbiter. Artwork of the Mars Surveyor 2001 Orbiter in orbit around Mars. This probe is due for launch in March 2001

Phobos, spacecraft image. Phobos, the larger of the two moons orbiting the planet Mars, is an irregularly shaped, heavily cratered, airless chunk of rock. It measures 19 by 21 by 27 kilometres

Artwork of Phobos spacecraft nearing Phobos
Artists impression of the Soviet Phobos spacecraft making its final approach to Phobos (lower right), the larger of the two small Martian moons

Phobos and Mars
Phobos orbiting Mars, artwork. Phobos is the larger of the two Martian moons. It is irregular in shape, measuring 19x21x27 kilometres. The large crater, Stickney Crater, is 10 kilometres across

false-colour image of Phobos
False-colour image of Phobos, the larger of the two moons of Mars, as seen by the Russian Phobos 2 spacecraft on 28 February 1989

Tetl rock, Mars
" Tetl" rock, Mars. The distinct layering of this rock intrigued NASA scientists. They were interested in whether it was igneous or sedimentary

Artists impression of the Martian moon Phobos
Phobos, the larger of the two satellites of Mars, orbits the planet just 6000km above its surface. Measuring 27x21x19km, Phobos is dominated by the great crater Stickney, which is 8km across

Mars sunrise, artwork
Martian sunrise, artwork. Mars is a rocky desert world with no surface water. A Martian day is known as a sol and lasts 24 hours and 39.5 minutes

Carbon dioxide ice on Mars, artwork
Carbon dioxide ice on Mars, computer artwork. This area is part of the carbon dioxide ice cap at the Martian South Pole. The large pits are where the carbon dioxide ice cap has sublimed to reveal ice

Martian landscape and Sun, artwork
Martian landscape. Artwork of a typical Martian landscape with a boulder in the foreground and Sun in the sky. Mars is a rocky desert world with no surface water

Face on Mars. Computer artwork of the Face on Mars feature. This eroded mesa-like land formation, located in the Cydonia region of Mars, is 1.5 kilometres across

Phobos 2 spacecraft photo of Martian moon Phobos
Combined optical & near infrared image of the Martian moon Phobos, seen against the background of the red Martian surface

Artwork of Phobos spacecraft in orbit around Mars
Artists impression of the Soviet Phobos spacecraft in orbit around Mars in early 1988, prior to its final approach to Phobos (upper right), the larger of the two small Martian moons

Space ship orbiting Mars
Mars exploration. Computer artwork of a spaceship orbiting the planet Mars. Mars is the fourth planet away from the Sun and is the most similar to Earth in environment

Space colony on Mars
Mars colony. Computer illustration of a city colony on the surface of Mars. The colony is covered by a transparent dome to protect its 500 inhabitants

Artwork of Mars Surveyor 2001 Lander on Mars
Mars Surveyor 2001 Lander. Artwork of the Mars Surveyor 2001 Lander on the Martian surface. This probe is due for launch in April 2001

Mars wind turbines. Computer illustration of wind turbines on the surface of Mars. They could provide energy for a Martian colony

Artwork of Mars Polar Lander on surface of Mars
Mars Polar Lander. Artwork of the Mars Polar Lander in the South Polar region of Mars. This probe was launched on 3rd January 1999

Artwork depicting MFEX rover on Mars
Mars rover. Artists impression of the Micro-rover vehicle " Sojourner" on the surface of Mars. Sojourner will be carried to Mars by the Mars Pathfinder spacecraft

Artists impression of Mars Global Surveyor
Mars Global Surveyor. Artists impression of the Mars Global Surveyor (MGS) spacecraft in orbit around the red planet. After launch in November 1996, MGS will cruise on a direct trajectory to Mars

Martian subsurface probe. Artwork of one of the Deep Space 2 Mars microprobes on the surface of Mars. These probes were attached to the Mars Polar Lander that entered the Martian atmosphere on 3

Artwork of Mars Sample Return mission leaving Mars
Mars Sample Return mission. Artwork of the Mars Sample Return spacecraft blasting off from the surface of Mars. Due for launch in Summer 2005

Space station orbiting Mars, computer artwork

Artists impression of Mars 96 Orbiter surveying
Mars 96 Orbiter. Artists impression of the Mars 96 Orbiter spacecraft surveying the surface of the red planet. The Orbiter carries 12 instruments for studying the Martian surface and atmosphere

Martian landing. Computer artwork of a spaceship landing on the surface of the planet Mars. Mars is the fourth planet away from the Sun and is the most similar to Earth in environment

Computer artwork of a city on Mars
Mars city. Computer illustration of a city on the planet Mars. There is a monorail train at lower left

Mars exploration. Computer artwork of a roving vehicle driving over the rocky surface of the planet Mars. Such a rover may be used in the remote study of a planet

Artists impression of a Mars base
Mars base. Artists impression of a small research station in a valley on the surface of the planet Mars

Computer artwork of an astronaut on Mars surface
Astronaut on Mars. Computer artwork of an astronaut exploring the surface of the planet Mars. The astronauts visor has a space shuttle reflected in it

Artwork of Mars Pathfinder after landing on Mars
Mars Pathfinder arrival at Mars. Third in a series of three artworks showing how the Mars Pathfinder craft will arrive at Mars in July 1997

Martian colony. Computer illustration of an astronaut standing in front of a colony on Mars. Beside the astronaut is a legged vehicle

Artwork of a space colony on the surface of Mars
Mars base. Artwork of a base on Mars, with astronauts working on a rocket beside it. A manned base on Mars could be constructed from prefabricated sections brought from Earth or from materials

Mars glider. Computer illustration of the deployment of a Mars glider above the surface of Mars. The glider would be folded up in a capsule (top right)

Computer artwork of a vehicle on Mars
Mars rover. Computer illustration of a vehicle on the surface of Mars

Sexually transmitted infections, artwork
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Conceptual computer artwork of STIs represented by interlocking gender symbols. The Mars symbol (arrow, left) is male, while the Venus symbol (cross)

Canals on Mars
Martian canal, artwork. American astronomer Percy Lowell (1855-1916) popularised the erroneous idea that Mars was criss-crossed by a network of artificial canals

Space colonies
Cylindrical space colonies by a Mars-like planet, computer artwork. Such theoretical self-sufficient spaceships would grow their own food (plants and artificial sky seen at centre left)

Space industry. Artwork of future industrial buildings on another planet. The colonists live in the domed buildings, which protect them from the unoxygenated atmosphere

Ramscoop spaceship at Mars, computer artwork. This theoretical spaceship is suitable for travel to the stars. Instead of carrying fuel, it would use the hydrogen gas found between the stars

Artwork of Mars terraforming greenhouse

Artwork of terraformed Mars
A misty morning on terraformed Mars. After centur- ies of atmosphere control, chemical additions to the soil, & the release of water ice deep below the surface, Mars has been made habitable

Astronaut on Mars with US flag, artwork
Astronaut on Mars. Artwork of an astronaut on Mars standing next to a US flag. The Martian atmosphere is mostly carbon dioxide and surface temperatures are well below freezing

Spacecraft on Mars, artwork
Spacecraft on Mars. Artwork of a spacecraft lander from a manned mission to Mars. The Martian atmosphere is mostly carbon dioxide and surface temperatures are well below freezing

Spacecraft lands on Mars, artwork
Spacecraft landing on Mars. Artwork of a spacecraft landing from a manned mission to Mars. The Martian atmosphere is mostly carbon dioxide and surface temperatures are well below freezing

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"Mars: A Mystical Journey through the Solar System" Intriguingly depicted in a Palmistry map of the hand, Mars, the enigmatic red planet, has captivated human imagination for centuries. Dating back to the 14th century Catalan Atlas, this celestial body has been an object of fascination and exploration. Artworks showcasing our vast Solar System reveal Mars as one of its prominent members. When compared to other planets in terms of size, it stands out with its distinctive reddish hue and captivating allure. Its unique features have beckoned scientists and explorers alike to uncover its secrets. One such endeavor is embodied by the Curiosity rover, represented beautifully in artwork. This robotic explorer traverses Martian landscapes, capturing breathtaking images that unveil a world both alien and strangely familiar. As we delve deeper into understanding Mars' mysteries, we are reminded that amidst scientific discoveries lies room for whimsy. Just like a curious kitten finding solace within a Maltesers cardboard box, humans find joy in unraveling the wonders beyond our own planet. The solar system itself holds countless marvels; from intricate epicycles of Mercury and Venus observed in 1823 C017 / 8061 art piece to Antonio Canova's depiction of The Graces and Venus embodying beauty across space. Mars continues to be an alluring destination for future explorations as humanity seeks answers about our place in the universe. It remains a symbol of resilience and possibility—a reminder that even amidst vastness there is always more to discover. So let us embark on this mystical journey through space together—guided by ancient maps and modern technology—to unlock the secrets held within Mars' crimson embrace.