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Working MST -- Martian Standard Time

Working around the clock is tiring enough on Earth. But on Mars, it's even worse.

The martian day, called "Sol", is 39 minutes longer than a day on Earth. For NASA's two robotic rovers, the longer day makes little difference. But for scientists and engineers operating the rover, the longer day becomes a nightmare. NPR's Joe Palca explains why.

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Joe Palca is a science correspondent for NPR.