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Vast Underground Water Reservoir Discovered on Mars

New study reveals Mars' crust contains enough water to form a planet-wide ocean, challenging previous assumptions about the planet's history.

  • NASA's InSight lander provided seismic data indicating water trapped in Mars' crust.
  • The water is found within fractures in igneous rock, 7 to 13 miles deep.
  • Researchers suggest this hidden water could support future human missions and the search for life.
  • The discovery offers new insights into Mars' climatic and geological history.
  • Accessing this water poses significant technical challenges for future exploration.
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