Liquid water discovered under Mars increases life potential

Recent research suggests that liquid water may exist beneath Mars' surface, increasing the possibility of microbial life. This follows data from the InSight lander, which detected seismic changes in the Martian crust that could indicate water-filled cracks. InSight, operational from November 2018 until December 2022, recorded over 1,300 marsquakes and provided valuable images of Mars. The new findings contrast with earlier beliefs that water was only present in ancient times, indicating it may still exist today. The Perseverance rover continues to explore Jezero Crater, where it collects rock samples for future return to Earth. The new evidence of liquid water could influence future missions to Mars, including potential excavation efforts.