Mars May Still Be A Living Planet, Methane In Atmosphere Reveals

Thursday, January 15, 2009 - 21:35 in Astronomy & Space

Scientists has achieved the first definitive detection of methane in the atmosphere of Mars. This discovery indicates the planet is either biologically or geologically active. If microscopic Martian life is producing the methane, it likely resides far below the surface where it is warm enough for liquid water to exist.

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