NASA research suggests that Mars' thick water ice deposits containing dark dust could block solar radiation and potentially host life-sustaining conditions beneath the surface.
Researchers envision that ice deposits on Mars, rich in dust, may create conditions for photosynthesis by melting from absorbed solar warmth while keeping harmful radiation at bay.
They point out that, similar to ice holes on Earth, which support ecosystems via melted pockets, Mars may have areas where life could be sustained—if present.
While no definitive claims about life on Mars are made, the research highlights potential habitats where liquid water might support life, drawing parallels with similar conditions on Earth.
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