Marsquakes Unlock Ancient Mysteries
Scientists have discovered astonishing ancient rock formations inside Mars while analyzing seismic data from NASA’s InSight lander. These chunks and blobs of primordial rocks could have played a crucial role in planet formation but have remained unchanged for over 4.5 billion years. This new insight into Mars’ interior is reshaping our understanding of the planet’s evolution and geological history.
What the Marsquakes Reveal
Researchers analyzed seismic waves generated by marsquakes to look deep beneath the surface. What they found were massive, ancient rock structures that have survived since the planet’s early days. These rocks, untouched for billions of years, provide valuable clues about how Mars—and possibly other rocky planets—formed and evolved over time. The findings also shed light on why Mars’ interior is so different from Earth’s, hinting at a unique planetary history.
