<ul><li>Toxic dust on Mars, known as regolith, poses health risks for astronauts.</li><li>Regolith on Mars is more abrasive and damaging if ingested or inhaled, similar to asbestos.</li><li>Chemicals within regolith, such as perchlorates and silica, can lead to health issues like thyroid gland damage and respiratory diseases.</li><li>Exposure to Martian dust during missions could cause lung irritation, absorption into the bloodstream, and potentially life-threatening diseases.</li></ul>

Toxic dust on Mars could make astronauts sick

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