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Mars Ancient Mud Cracks: Why They Matter
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Flynn Matthews
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NASA's Curiosity rover has discovered extensive polygonal mud crack patterns on Mars, suggesting the planet once had a cycle of wet and dry conditions. These findings provide further evidence of ancient water on the Martian surface, which is essential for understanding the planet's potential for past life.
This June, NASA’s Curiosity rover climbed Mount Sharp , reaching a high vantage point. From this point, it reveals honeycomb-like patterns stretching across the Martian landscape, a mesmerizing sight stretching to the horizon.
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