By Sakshi Sah
Published Sep 15, 2024

Hindustan Times
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4 pics of the ‘creepy smiley face’ on Mars: What is it?

Once covered in rivers, lakes, and possibly oceans, Mars is revealing its watery past through recent discoveries.

The ExoMars Trace Gas Orbiter has detected chloride salt deposits on Mars, hinting at ancient water bodies.

These salt deposits are remnants of past water sources and could point to habitable zones from billions of years ago.

Scientists have identified almost a thousand locations on Mars with these ancient water clues.

The findings suggest Mars had a more Earth-like climate in its distant past, potentially supporting life.

The discovery provides new insights into the Martian climate and how it has changed over billions of years.

These groundbreaking photos are provided by the European Space Agency, offering a closer look at the planet.

Understanding Mars' ancient water sources could help scientists determine its potential for past life and future exploration.

The search for ancient water on Mars continues to fuel our curiosity about the potential for life beyond Earth.

Each discovery brings us one step closer to answering the age-old question: Was Mars ever habitable?

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