1. Mars

4. Mars Surface in 1976

5. Surface Largest Volcanoes in the solar system Shield Volcanoes: formed from flow of lava Struck by lots of Meteorites-forms craters

6. Surface Cont. Core Solidified=weak magnetic field Flat surface Channels, Valleys, Gullies occur due to water erosion

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16. Main Points Reddish Orange Planet Has physical characteristics like Earth Feel lighter on Mars than Earth Atmosphere is 95% Carbon Dioxide Temperature increases as you head toward the surface Northern lowlands: Sedimentary deposits Southern highlands: Separated by a ridge

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