Explore the top 10 reasons scientists conclude Mars once hosted water, from valley networks and lakebeds to hydrated minerals and ancient shorelines. This hub summarizes the key evidence, explains why each clue matters for past climate and habitability, and links to detailed posts on geology, rover findings, orbital imagery, and astrobiological implications.
This post catalogs all 12 NASA Missions to Phobos, from early flybys to modern mission proposals, with concise entries listing launch year, interaction type, and key findings. Ideal for researchers, students, and space enthusiasts, it summarizes what each mission discovered about Phobos’ origin, surface features, and implications for future exploration.
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