Elon Musk's SpaceX company has conducted a third test flight of the most powerful rocket ever built.

The Starship cleared its launch pad in Texas, separated from its "Super Heavy Booster" and began coasting at an altitude of 145 miles. It was eventually destroyed as it re-entered the atmosphere, the company said.

It is hoped the giant spacecraft will help build cities on Mars one day.

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