NASA Perseverance Rover Finds Signs of Ancient Life

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NASA's rover is on Mars. It found rocks in a dry river. These rocks may show old life on Mars, scientists think.

Scientists need to study the rocks closely. They want to study them on Earth. NASA says this is close to finding old life on Mars.

The rover cannot find life directly on Mars. It drills rocks to get samples. These samples will come to Earth later for study.

Two scientists say this find is very exciting. They said it might not be from life. The lead scientist agrees it is not sure proof of life.

This sample is the best one found yet. It is sample number 25; now it is 30. The sample has organic carbon and some tiny specks inside.

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What did NASA's rover find on Mars?

NASA's rover found rocks in a dry river.

Why do scientists want to study the rocks on Earth?

Scientists want to study the rocks closely to learn more about possible old life on Mars.

What is special about sample number 25?

Sample number 25 is the best one found yet and has organic carbon and tiny specks inside.

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