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Mars more geologically active than previously thought
Intersting if Mars has active geological forces this can help and hinder any mission to Mars. And the same for future colonisation
Consider the helps. The likehood of thermal spots on Mars is now increased as such there is more likely to be aquifers of liquid water and as such a power source(hydrothermal) and water easily available in large quantities. The prospects for finding life is also increased as there will be free water. Active geological zones allow research into the makeup of the planet as well as concentrate minerals and chemicals into more easily accesible ores and concentrated areas.
The hindrances are that with the possibility of Martian quakes building on Mars must take into account the possibility of buildings being damaged in such events but also there is one serious problem that occurs in quakes where there is a lot of permafrost. In a quake such permafrost can become liguified by the moving ground and buildings built above can then be sunk into the ground as if they where on quicksand. Designers of future bases and colonies will now have to ensure that there is limited perma frost under these structures. People on Mars will also have to be warned that if in a heavy vehicle and a quake occurs then they must abandon it so that there is no chance for them to be sunk with it should it occur
Chan eil mi aig a bheil ùidh ann an gleidheadh an status quo; Tha mi airson cur às e.
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