Overview

• The rock, nicknamed Cheyava Falls, shows evidence of water, organic compounds, and chemical reactions.
• Distinctive 'leopard spots' on the rock could indicate microbial life but require more study.
• Perseverance used advanced instruments to analyze the rock's complex geology.
• Scientists emphasize the need for Mars Sample Return Program to confirm findings.
• The discovery is one of the most compelling clues yet but not definitive proof of past life on Mars.