"Signs of Glacier on Mars Suggest Possible Water Ice Presence Today"

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Source: Space.com
"Signs of Glacier on Mars Suggest Possible Water Ice Presence Today"
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Scientists have discovered a "relict glacier" near Mars' equator, which could suggest that ice may still exist at shallow depths in the area. The glacier is estimated to be 3.7 miles long and up to 2.5 miles wide, with a surface elevation reaching up to 1.1 miles. The discovery could have significant implications for future human exploration on the Red Planet, as water ice could potentially be extracted as a resource. Further research is needed to confirm the presence of water ice beneath the sulfate salts.

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