‘Is it life? We can’t tell’: Nasa’s Curiosity rover finds organic molecules on Mars
Summary
NASA’s Curiosity rover found organic molecules on Mars, including five types never seen before on the planet. These molecules could be linked to ancient life or created by other natural processes, but scientists cannot yet say if they prove life existed on Mars.Key Facts
- Curiosity rover detected seven organic molecules in a dried lakebed near Mars’ equator.
- Five of these molecules are new discoveries on Mars.
- Organic molecules are considered basic building blocks for life.
- Scientists don’t know if the molecules came from past life, meteorites, or geological activity.
- The molecules may have been preserved on Mars for about 3.5 billion years.
- Mars once had liquid water and an atmosphere that could have supported life.
- The harsh surface conditions today include very cold temperatures and strong radiation.
- The European Space Agency plans to launch the Rosalind Franklin rover in 2028 to study Mars further.
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