Mars gets its red color from oxidized iron dust, and the oldest myth mistake remains the same: Mars is Roman, while Ares is ...

For centuries, Mars has captivated scientists and the public alike with its striking red hue. Early astronomers speculated that the planet’s color came from iron-rich minerals, much like rust on Earth ...

We all know Mars is called “The Red Planet,” but have you ever stopped to wonder—why is it red? The classic joke explanation has been, “It’s rusty.” While that’s not entirely wrong, the truth is far ...