What mud cracks on Mars tell us about whether life could have formed on the planet
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Researchers believe the cracks experienced sustained wet-dry cycles, which may be key to creating conditions that could cultivate the building blocks of life.
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Scientists say Mars may have supported life at some point in its past
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Ancient mud cracks on Mars point to conditions favorable for life
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In surprise discovery, NASA rover finds cracks in ancient Martian
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Ancient cracked mud found on Mars
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Clear as mud: Desiccation cracks help reveal the shape of water on
Has the Mars rover discovered potential extraterrestrial life
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Curiosity found preserved, ancient mud cracks on Mars - Tech Explorist
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Mars mission: NASA moves closer to bringing rock samples collected
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Cracks on Mars hint at dried-up lakes
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Researchers provide new insights into early biological evolution on