control of the government of a state, community, or other body by its own members; democratic government. the condition of being self-governed.
Mars is the fourth planet from the Sun and the second-smallest planet in the Solar System, after Mercury. Named after the Roman god of war, it is often referred to as the Red Planet because the iron oxide prevalent on its surface gives it a reddish appearance.
Moons come in other shapes and sizes, and some planets have many moons. Earth has only one moon. The planet Mars comes in next, with two moons. The planet Neptune is listed as having 13 moons. The planet Uranus is listed as having 27 moons. Jupiter currently has 50 recognized moons, but another 17 moons are waiting to be confirmed. The planet Saturn is said to have 53 moons, and another nine moons are waiting to be confirmed as official. Pluto has three moons. Learn more about Planets