Mars rover findings offer strongest hints yet of potential signs of ancient life

They stressed that in-depth analysis is needed of the sample gathered by Perseverance – ideally in labs on Earth – before reaching any conclusions
Mars rover findings offer strongest hints yet of potential signs of ancient life

Nasa’s Perseverance Mars rover is gathering samples. Picture: Nasa via AP

Nasa’s Mars rover Perseverance has uncovered rocks in a dry river channel that may hold potential signs of ancient microscopic life, scientists reported.

They stressed that in-depth analysis is needed of the sample gathered by Perseverance – ideally in labs on Earth – before reaching any conclusions.

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