Mars
The red planet with giant volcanoes and dusty storms. Scientists are searching for signs that water once flowed here.
Imagine standing here: the sky and temperatures would be very different from Earth!
Scientists learn about Mars using telescopes and space probes.
Every planet is special — compare the quick facts to see how Mars stands out.
| Type | Rocky planet |
|---|---|
| Distance from Sun | ~228 million km |
| Day length | 24.6 hours |
| Year length | 687 Earth days |
| Fun fact | Home to Olympus Mons, the tallest volcano in the Solar System. |
Try this!
Grab a basketball for the Sun and small beads for the planets. Place them in a line to build a scale model of the Solar System. Notice how far apart the outer planets are!