Mars is the 4th planet from the sun.

Mars has two moons, Phobos and Deimos.
These moons are thought to be captured asteroids.

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One day Mars will have a ring
as its moon, Phobos, will be pulled apart.

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Mars has seasons like Earth
where there is more sun during the day.

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There are signs of liquid water on Mars
beneath the surface and in the ice caps.

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Mars has huge dust storms.
These dust storms can cause damage to rovers.

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There have been 18 successful missions to Mars.
Not every mission is successful.

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Mars is home to the tallest mountain in the solar system.
It is called Olympus Mons.

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