tescent Part of the surface MarsMillions of years ago it was thrown into space as a result of some planetary cataclysm. 11 years ago it fell to Earth in Morocco, near the small town of the same name. Fragments were found within a radius of about 50 km from the point of impact.
Analysis of the results
in periodical pages “Science Advances”Presented by geoscientists from the Technical University of Munich Analysis of the results The organic matter contained in the meteorite.
This is amazing Invaluable information Among other things to understand the possible evolution of life red planet and its geological history.
Mars and Earth share many aspects of planetary evolution – points out the lead author of the publication, Dr. Philipp Schmidt Kopelin.
While life originated and thrived on our planet, it remains a mystery whether it ever existed on Mars. This is a hot research topic that requires a deeper understanding of the water, organic molecules, and interactive surfaces of the planet – explains the specialist.
Organic materials It mainly consists of elements such as carbon and hydrogen, as well as oxygen, nitrogen and sulfur. Their presence is usually associated with the activity of living organisms.
However, they can also form in reactions unrelated to biology, and such processes have already been detected, even on Mars.
The analysis of the meteorite yielded the most accurate inventory yet of the organic material found in any Martian sample. The researchers were also able to link the materials found to the effect of specific minerals.
The data reveals a lot about the processes that were taking place in the planet’s atmosphere and crust, especially with regard to non-living organic chemistry and water-based interactions.
An amazing find
Scientists were particularly interested in the large amount of organic magnesium compounds, which It was not previously found on this planet.
At the same time, they provide information on the high-pressure and high-temperature reactions that shaped the interior of Mars, and link the planet’s carbon cycle to rock evolution.
The researchers emphasize that an unprecedented amount of information about the composition, stability and dynamics of organic compounds on Mars will be provided by upcoming planned missions that will bring samples of Martian soil back to Earth.
Author: Marek Matakes
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