Early Mars Was Home to Sun-Soaked, Sandy Beaches, New Study Suggests

Early Mars Was Home to Sun-Soaked, Sandy Beaches, New Study Suggests
A panoramic photo taken by China’s Zhurong rover on Mars. Image credit: National Astronomical Observatories.

Using data gathered by China’s Zhurong rover, planetary researchers have identified hidden layers of rock under the Martian surface that strongly suggest the presence of an ancient northern ocean.

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 Using data gathered by China’s Zhurong rover, planetary researchers have identified hidden layers of rock under the Martian surface that strongly suggest the presence of an ancient northern ocean.
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