Curiosity Rover Detects Carbon Deposits, Hinting at Mars’ Watery Past

April 17, 2025, 3:22 pm

Two separate reports confirm that NASA’s Curiosity rover has discovered carbon deposits on Mars that provide important clues about the planet’s ancient environment. Scientists believe these deposits indicate the historical presence of liquid water and a potentially habitable climate. This finding not only enriches our understanding of Mars’ geological evolution but also reinforces the ongoing quest to determine if the Red Planet once supported life, prompting new avenues for exploration and research.

calgaryherald.com / Mars rover Curiosity finds carbon deposits, meaning more evidence of liquid water in planet's past

While questions about whether Mars was ever capable of supporting life remain unanswered, evidence shows 'planet was habitable,' says U of C scientist

thestar.com / Curiosity rover finds carbon deposits on Mars - more evidence of water on surface

CALGARY - The lead author of a new study pointing to more proof of water on Mars says it brings scientists a step closer to determining whether the planet was ever capable of supporting life.

theglobeandmail.com / Huge deposits of carbon-bearing rocks discovered on Mars

Findings appear to address a key mystery about Mars’s ancient past: How and when was the planet’s atmosphere thick enough to allow ample water to flow freely over its surface?

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