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How two space-exploration projects are using the Arctic to stand in for extraterrestrial environments

A recently completed project saw Greenland stand in for the Moon. Another is using Iceland as a substitute for Mars.

By Kevin McGwin January 26, 2021
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If you want to get an idea of what Mars looks like, a good place to start, ironically, is Google Earth.

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