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Spacecraft observations suggest Mars’ volcanoes are dormant, not extinct

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New spacecraft observations point to recent volcanic activity on Mars, challenging the long-held view that the planet is geologically dead. The findings suggest its volcanoes may be dormant rather than extinct, sharpening questions about the Red Planet’s geological history and how its interior has evolved.

Discovered 2026-11-04T11:19:34.471586-08:00 | 2026-11-04T11:19:34.471586-08:00

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  • Evidence of recent volcanic activity revises the picture of Mars as geologically inactive and bears on how scientists interpret the planet’s geological history.
  • The observations make the distinction between dormant and extinct volcanism a live issue for planetary science and future Mars investigations.

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