Mars' Axial Tilt: A Key to Gully Formation

Planetary Radio: Space Exploration, Astronomy and Science

English - July 19, 2023 15:00 - 56 minutes - 51.5 MB - ★★★★★ - 1.2K ratings
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The gullies of Mars may appear similar to water-carved channels on Earth, but their formation is more complex than meets the eye. Caltech's Jay Dickson joins Planetary Radio to discuss the planet’s changing axial tilt and the consequences of Martian climate change. Then Bruce Betts shares the beautiful dance of planets in the upcoming night sky and the reflections of the oldest person to ever travel to space.

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