Mars: "in fact, it's cold as Hell" by DMWVCS

2D • Science Fiction • posted on Jul 20, 2008

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Inspired by a recent NASA probe photo showing sunset on Mars - the sun looks so tiny from way out there! It also brought to mind lyrics from the Elton John song "Rocket Man": 'Mars ain't the kind of place to raise your kids, in fact, it's cold as hell' Notice that at sunset, the sky on the horizon turns blue, unlike earth where it is generally pinkish. The blue dot near the setting sun is earth. The big mountain in the background is Olympus Mons, the largest known mountain in the solar system; the diameter of its base is the size of Texas! And the astronaut's suit is green because, should he need to be located and rescued, it stands out against the ruddy surface. It's good to be back to posting! I haven't had much time recently. Enjoy! David