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Well, one way of getting water on Mars would be to melt the polar ices. This could be achieved by producing a Greenhouse effect on Mars (like we are currently doing on Earth), to thicken the atmosphere, and raise temperatures just enough to melt the ice and for bodies of liquid water to form on the surface.

Another way would be by slamming asteroids or comets into the surface of Mars. This might actually be easier said than done.

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What is Neptune's terraforming?

Terraforming a planet is the process of modifying it to make it like Terra (Earth) although it is normally used to simply refer to making the atmosphere breathable by higher animals and plants. With this definition, Terraforming Neptune would be giving it an atmosphere that humans can breathe. That being said, it's impossible to terraform Neptune, because it is a naturally stormy gas giant with winds raging up to 2,000mph, very little sunlight for food or energy, is too far from the sun to hold liquid water and has an exposed molten core that you'd fall into and be vaporised by if you try to stand on the planet.


Does mars have oceans like earth?

Mars does not have large bodies of liquid water on its surface like Earth does. There is evidence to suggest that Mars once had liquid water on its surface in the past, but it has mostly evaporated or frozen over time. Today, any water on Mars exists mostly in the form of ice or vapor.


Could humans live on Mars if Mars was modified?

Possibly, with extensive modifications for sustainability such as creating a habitable atmosphere, shielding from radiation, and access to resources like water. However, significant technological advancements would be needed to make Mars suitable for long-term human habitation.


Is terraforming possible?

some would say, yes, it would be a good idea. Mars is an planet close to our sun, and our orbit, which contained water once at a time, and still does in its icecap, where it's in a permanently frozen state if it's kept there. It has a dense atmosphere, generally made of iron chemicals and dust which gives it Mars its red, desert abandoned looked. A dense atmosphere; it would be a perfect target for terraforming . Suggestions for terraforming; perhaps constructing bio-domes which may produce oxygen in a mass quantity, and other chemicals which help build up over time, it will normalize it; causing it to become colder, as the process is; but it will be breathable, and safe ... to our knowledge. There must be oxygen present though. Others would note that the Martian gravity is much less than that of Earth and any breathable atmosphere created would have a relatively short lifetime. Also, the eccentricity of the Mars' orbit gives temperatures ranging from 20 C to well below 0 C. The average temperature is -60 C, and if sufficiently heated to 0 C, the hottest temperature will be 80 C.


What is the act of making land suitable for human use?

The act of making land suitable for human use is known as land development. This involves altering the land to prepare it for construction or other human activities, such as grading, paving, and installing utilities. Land development can range from residential subdivisions to commercial developments.

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What is terraforming in space?

Terraforming is transforming a planet into one that is similar to Earth (so that an ecosystem in which humans can survive will sustain itself).


What are the release dates for Omni The New Frontier - 1981 Terraforming?

Omni The New Frontier - 1981 Terraforming was released on: USA: 1981


Is terraforming likely to occur at some point in the future?

Yes


Can you start terraforming mars today?

|Yes you can! On your bike son!


What are some of the major obstacles to the terraforming of Mars?

Some major obstacles to terraforming Mars include its thin atmosphere, lack of a global magnetic field to shield it from solar radiation, and the absence of a significant greenhouse effect to trap heat. Additionally, the low temperatures and lack of liquid water on the planet pose significant challenges to creating a habitable environment for humans.


Will the terraforming of mars help if the sun blew up?

If the sun exploded (went into supernova), then I highly doubt that terraforming of ANY world in our Solar system would be enough to save us from the catastrophic explosion of the Sun.


What technologies would need to be used to accomplish terraforming?

actually a simple rock could do terraforming (reshaping the terrain of the earth). The glacier age was extremely efficient, and so are volcanoes. You could get complicated and use sophisticated machinery like bulldoziers... Hope that helps.


What is Neptune's terraforming?

Terraforming a planet is the process of modifying it to make it like Terra (Earth) although it is normally used to simply refer to making the atmosphere breathable by higher animals and plants. With this definition, Terraforming Neptune would be giving it an atmosphere that humans can breathe. That being said, it's impossible to terraform Neptune, because it is a naturally stormy gas giant with winds raging up to 2,000mph, very little sunlight for food or energy, is too far from the sun to hold liquid water and has an exposed molten core that you'd fall into and be vaporised by if you try to stand on the planet.


What can to you to Mars to make it habitable?

To make Mars habitable, the most feasible solution would be to artificially create a thicker atmosphere through terraforming, potentially by releasing greenhouse gases to trap heat and promote warming. This could potentially allow for liquid water on the surface and protection from harmful radiation. Establishing sustainable habitats and ecosystems with technologies such as bioengineered organisms could also contribute to making Mars more habitable for humans.


Is it possible to change the temperature of Mars?

Yes it is certainly scientifically possible. See links on terraforming and in particular Mars.


When will you send a manned mission to Venus?

Not in this millennium. Venus is too hot and high pressure. Perhaps an automatic terraforming complex can convert it. But not soon.


What is stopping us from launching algae and anaerobic bacteria to Mars in order to begin terraforming for possible future habitation?

Launching algae and anaerobic bacteria to Mars for terraforming could have unintended consequences on the planet's ecosystem and could potentially harm any native life forms that may exist. It is essential to thoroughly study and understand the Martian environment before introducing foreign organisms. Additionally, international scientific and ethical guidelines would need to be followed to ensure responsible terraforming practices.