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Mars has some of the largest known geologic features in the solar system because Martian tectonic and geologic processes are different than plate tectonics on Earth.

The Red Planet, named after the Roman God of War, may someday be the site of a peaceful human settlement. Past missions to Mars have already taught us much.

Learn interesting tidbits about Mars, the fourth planet from the Sun.

Earth has very active plate tectonics shaping its geology and features. Other planets and moons in the solar system have varying degrees of tectonic activity.

Olympus Mons, Valles Marineris and the face on Mars are a few of the natural wonders that have been discovered on Mars.

Here are some facts to help you out when teaching or learning about the planets in our solar system. There may even be a 10th planet coming soon!

The 40th anniversary of the first manned landing on the Moon prompts asking if mankind should continue exploring space by traveling to the Moon, Mars, and beyond.