Explore the Red Planet's thin and fascinating layer covering its surface.
Mars, our neighboring planet, is often a subject of curiosity mainly due to its intriguing atmosphere. The delicate layer comprises 95% carbon dioxide, 2.7% nitrogen, and traces of argon, oxygen, and water vapor. Despite being incredibly thin—just 1% of Earth's compared to atmospheric pressure—the atmosphere plays a critical role in shaping the Martian surface.
The planet-wide dust storms and frigid weather are a result of this unique composition and contribute to the dynamic environment that defines Mars.
Scientists continue to unravel the mysteries of Mars's atmosphere through various missions, such as NASA's MAVEN and ESA's ExoMars. These missions aim to understand how the atmosphere changes and interacts with solar winds.