The Exploration and Colonization of Mars - Why Mars? Why Humans?
Offered By: TEDx via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the compelling case for human exploration and colonization of Mars in this TEDx talk by Dr. Joel Levine, a former NASA scientist and expert on Mars exploration. Delve into the history of Mars observations, the planet's catastrophic climate change, and evidence of an early ocean. Learn about ice core samples, the northern ice cap, and unique human characteristics that make us suitable for Mars exploration. Discover the potential threats of cosmic impacts and the four-phase plan to make Mars habitable. Gain insights from Stephen Hawking's perspective on the importance of becoming a multi-planet species as Dr. Levine presents a comprehensive overview of why Mars is a crucial target for human exploration and settlement.
Syllabus
Intro
Mount Wilson Observatory
What Happened on Mars? Catastrophic Climate Change
Early Ocean on Mars
Ice Core Samples
Northern Ice Cap on Mars
Special Human Characteristics
Mobility
Cosmic Impacts
How to Make Mars Habitable: 4 PHASE
Stephen Hawking
Taught by
TEDx
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