Mystery on Mars: Monolith Discovered?

Jakarta (2025-02-27) – A potential revelation has ignited
speculation about the possibility of extraterrestrial structures on mars: a
monolithic object, resembling a skyscraper, has been identified in images
of the red planet and its satellite, Phobos. While some theorize it could
be the creation of an alien civilization, scientists suggest natural
geological processes might potentially be responsible.

The Martian Monolith: Fact or Fiction?

The object first gained attention following observations from the Mars
Global Surveyor (MGS) Mars Orbiter Camera (MOC). Images captured in 2008,
and earlier observations of Phobos, showed a distinct, towering structure.
This sparked debate, with some suggesting it was evidence of a deliberate
construct.

Buzz Aldrin’s Perspective

Adding fuel to the fire, astronaut Buzz Aldrin remarked, “There is a
monolite there, a very strange structure in the object that surrounds Mars
every 7 hours. When people know, they will wonder, who made it and why.”
Aldrin’s statement, coming from a figure of considerable authority in space
exploration, amplified public interest.

NASA’s Investigation and the Geology of Phobos

The Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) at NASA has also acknowledged the
presence of unusual formations. According to JPL, there are several large
rocks on Phobos, some measuring up to 85 meters in diameter. “In 1998,MGS
four times passed the deepest part of the phobos. On September 12, 1998,
the MOC managed to get a high resolution image. Some large rocks were
seen, including a giant stone whose diameter reached 85 meters. Most of
the rocks were vomiting from the largest crater in Phobos,” JPL stated. The
proximity of these rocks to Stickney crater, which spans 9.7 kilometers,
has lead to the theory that the monolith could be a result of the impact
that created the crater.

The Science Behind the Shapes: Natural Explanations

While the idea of an alien structure is compelling, scientists offer more
grounded explanations. Alfred Mcewen from the University of Arizona
explained that similar formations can occur naturally. “Many square rocks
on Earth and Mars,and also other planets. The combination of rock
deposit layers combined with tectonic fault creates a weak perpendicular
angle, so that a square block tends to be eroded and separate,” Mcewen
said.

Image Resolution and Perception

another factor to consider is the resolution of the images themselves.
Jonathon Hill from Arizona State University suggests that the monolith’s
square shape might potentially be an artifact of limited resolution.”If the resolution
is too low, the object in the image tends to look like a square because
the pixel shape is also a box.Any curve looks like a straight line if the
resolution is not enough,” Hill explained.

Implications and Future Research

Whether the Martian monolith is a product of natural geological processes
or something more extraordinary remains to be seen. Further high-resolution
imaging and on-site investigation will be necessary to determine its true
nature and origins. The mystery underscores the importance of continued
exploration and scientific inquiry in our search for understanding the
universe.

What do you think? Share your thoughts on the Martian monolith in the
comments below and let us know if you believe it’s the work of aliens or
Mother Nature!