Hidden Water Reservoir, Ice Deposits Found On Mars

February 04, 2024 1:47 AM EST Dr. Swapnil Surwase

Astronomers found hidden water reservoir on Mars in the form of massive ice deposits.

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Data revealed that MFF are thicker than previously believed, measuring up to 3.7 km in density.

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Greater than fifteen years earlier, the Mars Express spacecraft began a mission to examine the mysterious Medusae Fossae Formation (MFF) externally of Mars.

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Ice in the Medusae Fossae Formation might cover Mars in a layer of water that ranges from 1.5 to 2.7 meters in depth

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This shows that the largest water reservoir discovered in this region of Mars holding more water than Earth's Red sea.

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For future Mars mission, the discovery of ice at equatorial areas like the Medusae Fossae Development is invaluable.

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NASA and SpaceX space companies are planning send humans on Mars. This hidden water discovery icy water will help these missions.

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