Published Dec 21, 2023
Why We Probably Can’t Terraform Mars
Neil deGrasse Tyson and astrobiologist Kennda Lynch delve into the intriguing challenges of terraforming Mars, discussing NASA's Plant Trek project, the adaptability of Martian microbes, and the complex composition of Martian regolith, which poses both opportunities and risks for sustainable agriculture on the red planet.
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