Scientists Propose Idea to Warm Mars — VOA Learning English
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The idea of turning Mars into a livable world for humans is a common element of science fiction. But could such an action be done in real life?
Scientists are now proposing a new method to warm up Earth's planetary neighbor. The idea involves putting engineered particles made of iron or aluminum into the atmosphere. The goal is to trap escaping heat and direct sunlight toward the Martian surface.
The proposed idea would be to increase the natural greenhouse effect on Mars and raise its surface temperature by around 28 degrees Celsius over ten years.
Such a change alone would not make Mars livable for people. But the scientists who developed the idea see it as a possible first step.
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