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bstvns139

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Registered: 2007-10-18

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Re: Changing the elements of the Martian atmosphere

Would it be possible to create a mechanized process that altered the CO2 amount in the atmosphere of mars through the use of a mechanized photosynthesis?

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noosfractal

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Re: Changing the elements of the Martian atmosphere

Maybe with something like this ...

Sunlight to Petrol
http://www.wired.com/science/discoverie … 008/01/S2P

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louis

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Re: Changing the elements of the Martian atmosphere

Thanks - Noos - hadn't seen that before - what a wonderful idea. Even if it had to be heavily subsidised on earth it would probably be better than just paying to remove the carbon.

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noosfractal

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Re: Changing the elements of the Martian atmosphere

I read somewhere that it is profitable if oil stays over $US 75 per barrel.

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