Mysteries of Mars (IMAGE) Springer Caption On Mars, low atmospheric pressure means that water would freeze or boil away within minutes. However, this book shows that the red planet bears scars from ancient river deltas, channels, and powerful torrents. Credit Springer Nature Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.