Astronomy: Martian illusions

Michael H. Carr

doi:10.1038/470172a

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Astronomy: Martian illusions

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By: Michael H. Carr

https://doi.org/10.1038/470172a

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Abstract

The Mars canal controversy is a reminder to be cautious when interpreting alien worlds, notes Michael Carr.

Additional publication details
Publication type	Article
Publication Subtype	Journal Article
Title	Astronomy: Martian illusions
Series title	Nature
DOI	10.1038/470172a
Volume	470
Publication Date	February 09, 2011
Year Published	2011
Language	English
Publisher	Nature Publications
Description	2 p.
First page	172
Last page	173