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Meteorite crystals show evidence of hot water on ancient Mars

Last updated: November 24, 2024 6:05 am
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A Martian meteorite nicknamed Black Beauty

Carl B. Agee (University of New Mexico)

Crystals reveal evidence of abundant hot water on ancient Mars

Recent findings from the study of a Martian meteorite known as Black Beauty suggest that Mars may have had extensive hot water sources around 4.45 billion years ago when the rock was formed. This meteorite, originally from Mars, was propelled into space due to an impact on the planet’s surface before landing in the Sahara desert.

Scientists, including Aaron Cavosie from Curtin University in Australia, have been analyzing a small fragment of Black Beauty containing a zircon crystal. This rock, composed of various fragments, provides a unique insight into Mars’ geological history, showcasing a blend of ancient and relatively young rocks.

The zircon crystal in question, discovered to contain iron, aluminum, and sodium arranged in layers, resembles crystals found in gold ore deposits in South Australia. This composition suggests the involvement of hydrothermal processes, indicating the presence of hot water systems during the rock’s formation on Mars.

Despite enduring multiple impact events, the zircon crystal within Black Beauty remains structurally intact at the atomic level, indicating that the additional elements were present during its formation rather than being later contaminants. This discovery opens up possibilities regarding the release of water vapor into Mars’ atmosphere and the early hydrological processes on the planet.

Eva Scheller from Stanford University notes that these findings could shed light on Mars’ early history, pointing to the potential existence of water on the planet before the formation of rivers and lakes. The study of Black Beauty provides valuable insights into the ancient geological processes that shaped Mars and hints at a more dynamic and watery past for the red planet.

See also  China’s Tianwen-3 Mission Could Beat the U.S. in the Race to Grab Mars Rocks

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