Mars is a planet. It is the fourth planet from the Sun.
It is the next planet beyond Earth. Mars is more than
142 million miles from the Sun. The planet is about
half the size of Earth. A day on Mars is 24.6 hours.
A year on Mars is 687 Earth days. Mars is known as
the Red Planet. It is red because the soil looks like
rusty iron. Mars has two small moons. Their names are
Phobos (FOE-bohs) and Deimos (DEE-mohs).
About the Mars
Mars, often called the "Red Planet," captivates with its enigmatic allure.
Its barren landscapes and dusty terrain hint at a rich history yet to be fully understood.
Human fascination with Mars drives ongoing efforts to study and eventually visit this neighboring world.
Mars is the fourth planet from the Sun, with a rusty-red surface.
Its two moons, Phobos and Deimos, are irregularly shaped and likely captured asteroids.
The planet's harsh environment fuels curiosity for exploration.
