Water on Mars: Detection, Distribution and Implications for Human Exploration – Comprehensive Review

Abstract

Aqueous fluids have existed on Mars' surface throughout its history, but it is yet unknown when, where, or even if they do so today. Research in this field is still underway. There is still a lot of water on the planet today, but it is primarily locked up in minerals or frozen in the earth's crust, and there is little direct evidence of aquifers.A number of benchmarks have been set for next space programmes due to the predicted increase in space exploration. The arrival of a person on Mars is a significant achievement. But a significant obstacle to successfully settling people on Mars is the absence of water on the planet's surface. It is not feasible to carry the required amount of water from Earth to Mars due to the enormous volume that would be required for a voyage there. Both water and a basis for jet propulsion fuel would be required for human consumption.

Keywords: Mars, liquid water, Water vapor on Mars, In-Situ Resource Utilization on Mars.