Remains of a modern glacier found near Mars' equator implies water ice possibly present at low latitudes on Mars even today

Remains of a modern glacier found near Mars' equator implies water ice possibly present at low latitudes on Mars even today

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Scientists revealed the discovery of a relict glacier near Mars' equator. Located in Eastern Noctis Labyrinthus at coordinates 7° 33' S, 93° 14' W, this finding is significant as it implies the presence of surface water ice on Mars in recent times, even near the equator. This discovery raises the possibility that ice may still exist at shallow depths in the area, which could have significant implications for future human exploration.

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