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Tag Archives: ultraviolet photodissociation
How Mars’ atmosphere lost its carbon
Mars is blanketed by a thin, mostly carbon dioxide atmosphere — one that is far too thin to keep water from freezing or quickly evaporating. However, geological evidence has led scientists to conclude that ancient Mars was once a warmer, … Continue reading
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Tagged atmosphere, carbon dioxide, carbonate minerals, solar wind, ultraviolet photodissociation, UV photodissociation
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