Mars Age Two to Four Million Years?

In summary, the conversation discussed an article about the formation of Mars and the misleading thread title. The author expressed concern about the lack of scientific education in reporters and editors. They also discussed how the article may have been a victim of sub-editing. One person apologized for their language and praised the forum for its mature audience.
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joesmith
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Recently I saw this in the news...any thoughts on this?
jhd as joesmith
 
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Was this not posted earlier today already? Mars is definitely not 2-4mya, it's formation may have occurred over that time frame but it is billions of years old
 
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Sir I searched this Forum with every tool available to me.

I will look at the credentials of the author of the Article.

If I am incorrect then I owe everyone an apology.
Perhaps I read the article wrongg,,,perhaps the guy who wrote it is an idiot.

Any way you look at it ,,,It is I who must suffer??
How do I screen my news?
Who should I listen to?
What is that I smell cooking in the kitchen,,
come and gti it,,,,,,
j
 
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It may have been a victim of sub-editing, where a vital phrase just fell out.

Unfortunately, too few reporters & editors have even a glimmering of scientific education...
 
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Indeed, articles like this could be easily misread to mean that Mars formed to its present state over the past 3my.
 
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arrrrgggghhh...now the guys on the Mars blog ,,,ah well,,Silence is Golden
jhd
 
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This was posted earlier today, it's been deleted by the looks of it.

The article was actually regarding the formation of Mars, not the life span. Exceedingly misleading thread title both in the original deleted thread and this one. Although at least you are asking a question not just posting an article under a false title.
 
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Thanks guys,,,,,I feel OK,,,,,,just embarrassing..
Sorry,,,,,,there was a time I would have been pissed,,guess I grew out
of it.
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and,,,,,The Audience here is very Mature.
jhd
 
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Watch your language!
 
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JaredJames
I apologize for my bad language..

I Love this Forum,,,made up of truly mature people!
a joe in Texas
 

1. What is the estimated age of Mars?

The estimated age of Mars is approximately 4.5 billion years old, making it about half the age of Earth.

2. How do scientists determine the age of Mars?

Scientists use a variety of methods to determine the age of Mars, including analyzing the composition of rocks and minerals, studying the planet's geological features, and using radiometric dating techniques.

3. Why is the age of Mars important?

The age of Mars is important because it can provide insights into the planet's formation and evolution, as well as help scientists understand the potential for life on Mars.

4. Has the age of Mars changed over time?

Yes, the age of Mars has changed over time as the planet has undergone various geological processes and events, such as impacts from asteroids and volcanic activity.

5. How does the age of Mars compare to other planets in our solar system?

Mars is one of the oldest planets in our solar system, with an estimated age of 4.5 billion years. This is similar to the age of Earth and Venus, but younger than other gas giants like Jupiter and Saturn.

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