Salt on Mars - Astrobiological Tombs?
Offered By: Seds Online via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the potential for salt minerals on Mars to harbor signs of ancient life in this 46-minute lecture by Kathleen C. Benison, a science team member for Mars 2020. Gain insights into the presence of halite and gypsum on the Red Planet and their capacity to preserve microorganisms and organic compounds within solid and fluid inclusions. Discover how these salt minerals, which serve as biological repositories on Earth, could play a crucial role in the search for extraterrestrial life. Learn about the significance of these minerals in the context of the Perseverance rover's sample return mission, offering a comprehensive look at the astrobiological implications of Martian salt deposits.
Syllabus
Salt on Mars: Astrobiological Tombs?
Taught by
Seds Online
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