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Mars

Mars is the fourth planet from the Sun and the second-smallest planet in the Solar System. Often called the Red Planet due to its iron-oxide-rich surface, it is a primary target for human exploration.

Distance from Sun: 227.9 million km
Moons: Phobos, Deimos
Day length: 24h 37m

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Distance from Sun: 227.9 million km
Moons: Phobos, Deimos
Day length: 24h 37m
Year length: 687 Earth days

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