Why are Mars' seasons more extreme than those of the Earth?
A) Mars' orbit is more eccentric than our almost circular one.
B) Mars' weather is affected by evaporation from the polar ice in its summer.
C) Mars' seas dried up long ago.
D) Mars' axial tilt is slightly more than our 23.5 degrees.
E) All of these contribute to the huge seasonal changes that Mars experiences.

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Mars' seasons are more extreme than Earth's because of its elliptical orbit, axial tilt, and lack of oceans.

Why Are Mars' Seasons More Extreme Than Those of the Earth