Scientists are trying to replicate life on Mars in a cave in North Yorkshire.

Scientists are trying to mimic life on Mars in North Yorkshire

Scientists are trying to mimic life on Mars in North Yorkshire

The researchers have constructed a laboratory 1,000 metres under the ground near Whitby in a bid to find how astronauts will be able to cope on the Red Planet.

The team are convinced that the environment will help them mimic conditions found on Mars and the moon and have created a hub similar to that constructed by Matt Damon's stranded character in the 2015 film 'The Martian'.

Professor Sean Paling, who is running the project for the Boulby Underground Laboratory, said: "The project promises to help answer key logistical questions in establishing sustainable living conditions in remote, subterranean environments.

"It will significantly contribute to the essential preparations for our collective long, difficult and exciting journey in exploring habitats beyond Earth."

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