Saturday, June 8, 2013

On Mars, found traces of fresh water - BBC

American Opportunity rover confirmed the discovery made earlier Curiosity, that before there was water on Mars, suitable for living organisms, writes The Guardian .

«It was the water that you can drink. The result – one of the most important discoveries for the whole mission, “- said the study Principal Investigator Steve Squires.

Earlier data from robotic probes showed that the Martian water differed extreme high salinity and acidity. Mars Rover Curiosity in March received evidence that the Martian natural environment in ancient times was suitable for life, in particular, the water was almost fresh and neutral.

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