Colliding Atmospheres: Mars vs … Comet Siding Spring

Tuesday, August 12, 2014 - 12:50 in Astronomy & Space

Comet Siding Spring is about to fly historically close to Mars. The encounter could spark Martian auroras, a meteor shower, and other unpredictable effects. Whatever happens, NASA's fleet of Mars satellites will have a ringside seat.

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