Ecologists plan to build a forest on Mars after new research
Ecologist Paul Smith, from the University of Bristol, created a plan to build forest s on the red planet after conducting research , suggesting long-term residence on Mars with small nature preserves. Smith wants to create a terraformed habitat on Mars that would enable the human population to continue growing without sacrificing natural areas here on Earth. The proposal was published in the Journal of Astrobiology but Mars' cold, barren surface and lack of atmosphere reduce the chances of humans strolling for a fresh walk on the planet. Growing plants on Mars would require a shield against ultraviolet light and cosmic rays, pressurised air, artificial heating, a lot of added water, and a way to get rid of toxic chemicals. However, Smith suggests a clear pressurised dome that will block ultraviolet rays, and creating a lava tube of martian rocks as a shield against harmful wavelengths. According to Smith, “Mars’ forest s would not resemble or function exa...