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NASA finds evidence of ancient lake on Mars


Published on 2025-01-24 10:42:25 - MSN
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  • NASA has found signs of a lake on Mars, with evidence suggesting the presence of water rather than just ice. Researchers discovered ripples in the sandy shores of ancient lakebeds on Mars, which were likely created by the movement of water pushed by wind.

NASA's Curiosity rover has discovered evidence of an ancient lake on Mars, suggesting that the planet once had conditions suitable for life. The findings, detailed in a study published in the journal *Geophysical Research Letters*, indicate that the lake was part of a larger system of water bodies in the Gale Crater. The evidence includes sediment layers and rock formations that resemble those found in lake beds on Earth. This discovery supports the theory that Mars had a wetter and potentially habitable past, with water playing a significant role in its geological history. The presence of such water bodies could have provided the necessary conditions for microbial life to exist, fueling ongoing interest in Mars exploration for signs of past or present life.

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