NASA study suggests potential microbial life beneath Mars' ice due to sunlight penetration and photosynthesis.

A recent NASA study suggests that microbial life may exist beneath the ice on Mars. Researchers found that sunlight can penetrate the ice, creating conditions for photosynthesis in shallow meltwater pools, which could protect life from harmful radiation. While the study does not confirm existing life, it identifies potential locations for future exploration, emphasizing the importance of investigating these "radiative habitable zones" for signs of extraterrestrial life.

October 17, 2024
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