A recent study has revealed that the red color of Mars is due to ferrihydrite, an iron oxide mineral. This finding suggests that Mars once had liquid water. NASA’s Perseverance rover, currently on Mars, will help verify this discovery. This research provides new insights into Mars' environmental history and its potential to have supported life.
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