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Posted: 2016-04-19T20:01:50Z | Updated: 2016-04-19T20:01:50Z NASA Wants To Grow Potatoes On Mars | HuffPost

NASA Wants To Grow Potatoes On Mars

Scientists are researching ways to grow 65 different kinds of spuds.

NASA is taking a page out of "The Martian's"  playbook and is researching ways to grow potatoes on Mars. The starchy spud is not just a good source of carbohydrates but potatoes can also adapt to different climates and be a source of power . Watch the video above to learn more about NASA's mission . Also, see the infographic below for a checklist of nutrients found in the soil on Mars.

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NASA Johnson Space Center