title: Mars surface color
context: The surface of the planet Mars appears reddish from a distance because of rusty dust suspended in the atmosphere.[1] From closeup, it looks more of a butterscotch,[1] and other common surface colors include golden, brown, tan, and greenish, depending on minerals.[1]
question: How does Mars get its red color?
answers: Mars appears reddish from a distance because of rusty dust suspended in the atmosphere