Wave ripples formed in ancient, ice-free lakes in Gale crater, Mars by Claire Mondro and co-authors www.science.org/doi/10.1126/... #ScienceAdvances @science.org
Wave ripples formed in ancient, ice-free lakes in Gale crater, Mars.
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The discussions reflect a high level of interest and engagement, with several posts highlighting the discovery's implications, such as the potential for past liquid water providing clues about habitability, while others express skepticism about colonization efforts. The tone varies from enthusiastic to cautious, emphasizing the scientific significance but also addressing debates about extraterrestrial life and exploration relevance.
Most discussions support the significance of the discovery, emphasizing how it reshapes our understanding of Mars' past climate and potential for life.
Posts demonstrate high curiosity and enthusiasm, with many expressing excitement about the implications for extraterrestrial water and habitability.
The discussion involves detailed references to scientific concepts like ice-free lakes, wave ripples, and potential resource extraction, indicating deep engagement.
While the discovery is seen as important for planetary science and future exploration, some posts critically discuss the broader implications for colonization, showing a mixed but generally positive impact perception.
Abstract in brief
- Symmetrical wave ripples discovered by NASA's Curiosity rover in ancient Gale crater lakes indicate that early Mars had conditions suitable for liquid water, specifically an ice-free climate.
- These ripples, found in specific layered sedimentary units, are considered the most definitive wave ripple evidence on another planet, suggesting they formed in shallow (around 2 meters deep) water influenced by wind-driven surface waves.
- The presence of these ripples implies that Mars’ atmosphere at the time supported stable surface water in a shallow, open environment, providing important clues about Mars’ past climate and terrain conditions.
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Most liked on X and BlueskyDear Friends, strong evidence for past ice-free lakes on Mars found, https://t.co/rAQzmolh0D This builds the case for an Earthlike Mars in in the Past, and since the origin of life on early-Earth was not "miraculous", life and evolution would be expected to appear on Mars also.
Dear all, very happy to share our latest work identifying symmetric wave ripples in the sediments observed by the Curiosity rover, highlighting the sustained presence of an ice-free lake in Gale crater (Mars). Find our study in Science Advances: https://t.co/20bGzDZBT8
Wave Ripples Formed In Ancient, Ice-free Lakes In Gale Crater, Mars https://t.co/Oicidec1BJ #astrobiology #Mars https://t.co/HRHGmf42V1
Strange Pyramid Shape on Mars and Other Incredible Images From the Surface https://t.co/yDUFvpYiKk via @YouTube
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Martian Pyramids and Surprising Surface Features
In this video, we will talk about the Martian pyramids and a few other surprises from the surface of the red planet. Explore the fascinating geological formations on Mars and learn more about how they compare to similar…
Liquid Water Discoveries Beneath Mars' Surface
Researchers suggest large amounts of liquid water existed on Mars over 3 billion years ago, likely trapped below the surface. Advanced modeling indicates that the mid-crust contains fractured igneous rocks filled with…
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@SpaceX some info on mars quakes that seem mostly to happen in the northern hemisphere, but could have an impact on landing sites etc: https://t.co/yTi3yFAGFz https://t.co/cNDIgTQ5Rp
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An ocean’s worth of liquid water is absorbed inside the Martian crust! Good resource for eventual terraforming… https://t.co/FVux4yWy3W
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Can't wait to visit! Massive Ocean Hiding Inside Mars and More Incredible Discoveries https://t.co/PLAVGaqdxn via @YouTube
A series of interesting discoveries about Mars were released recently. | From Anton Petrov: Massive Ocean Hiding Inside Mars and More Incredible Discoveries https://t.co/ILckTTfgnU
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@HanShawnity I think it's not ice because of tidal forces keeping it warm but I am not 100% sure on that. Anton makes great videos. https://t.co/CxuctgqBKv
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There's water https://t.co/eFPo7AGIXl
Massive Ocean Hiding Inside Mars and More Incredible Discoveries https://t.co/Q6rMFy2ySC IF there's an ocean hiding under 11-20km of Martian regolith, it might be possible to drill to it, given enough time & resources. Mars appears to have a molten iron core, similar to Earth
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Extraordinary molecules discovered on Mars https://t.co/7Onql2JKsX
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@rosscoulthart @POTUS WATER = LIFE. https://t.co/mB2Kq7W3er
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Where’s the water on Mars? 20 km down, allegedly
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RT @PhdBrandenburg: Dear Friends, strong evidence for past ice-free lakes on Mars found, https://t.co/rAQzmolh0D This builds the case for…
Wave ripples formed in ancient, ice-free lakes in Gale crater, Mars | Science Advances https://t.co/ucdQPFNARv
RT @PhdBrandenburg: Dear Friends, strong evidence for past ice-free lakes on Mars found, https://t.co/rAQzmolh0D This builds the case for…
Dear Friends, strong evidence for past ice-free lakes on Mars found, https://t.co/rAQzmolh0D This builds the case for an Earthlike Mars in in the Past, and since the origin of life on early-Earth was not "miraculous", life and evolution would be expected to appear on Mars also.
Strange Pyramid Shape on Mars and Other Incredible Images From the Surface https://t.co/z6BhTq6fcC via @YouTube
Increspature delle onde formate in antichi laghi senza ghiaccio nel cratere Gale, Marte | Science Advances https://t.co/M2Q1hUq7K6
Ancient wave ripples discovered by NASA's Curiosity rover in Gale crater's lake deposits confirm the existence of ice-free liquid water on early Mars, placing crucial constraints on the planet's past climate. https://t.co/Rej4E9P8Cu
Strange Pyramid Shape on Mars and Other Incredible Images From the Surface https://t.co/2Fye6ZyTf7 via @YouTube
RT @b4cktoreality: Just imagine how utterly incompetent or manipulative or misleading you’d have to be to feature any of these images from…
RT @b4cktoreality: Just imagine how utterly incompetent or manipulative or misleading you’d have to be to feature any of these images from…
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Just imagine how utterly incompetent or manipulative or misleading you’d have to be to feature any of these images from Mars or Antarctica showing so called “alien” structures, given we can unequivocally & factually prove they’re naturally formed. https://t.co/Nx6Lb2GSnN
@MattWallace888 What’s really seen here: https://t.co/LsVvzxNMa5
As always, the weirdos are all excited over nothing. A decade old photo of some natural rock formations inside of a crater on Mars. Pareidolia, apophenia, and way too much amateur image processing designed to exaggerate features.
¿Por qué insiste tanto el pendejo pElon MuskA en ir a Marte? Que sabe que nosotros no. ¿Sabías que la NASA ya ha enviado un burro a Marte? youtu.be/aYzP7jybsKY?...
The Mars 'mystery' [ Elon Musk backs mission to Mars to investigate remarkable 'square structure' seen on the red planet as Joe Rogan brands bizarre feature 'wild'] Not that mysterious, its an age old beat up. youtu.be/aYzP7jybsKY?...
The Mars 'mystery' [ Elon Musk backs mission to Mars to investigate remarkable 'square structure' seen on the red planet as Joe Rogan brands bizarre feature 'wild'] Not that mysterious, its an age old beat up. https://t.co/ZgOxT9iWLl via @YouTube
It's sooooooo obvious hella more than finger prints youtu.be/aYzP7jybsKY?...
https://t.co/rt7ztfaw3a "No aliens, no pyramids, just a lot of weather changes and a lot of erosion" EM is gonna have a lot of work to do before living on Mars
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This video is mostly about debunking some altered images, but it also contains more reasons why Mars colonization won’t be a thing. youtu.be/aYzP7jybsKY
Sorry @elonmusk @WhatDaMath dropping science. I thought you did science, but it looks like you're just messing with arm hair heroes yet again. #mars #science #PSYOP https://t.co/fIfzRlQbEb
@Acts17David That "square" ain't really there. Please check out this video for some sense on the matter https://t.co/FUxoSJI9PB
Strange Pyramid Shape on Mars and Other Incredible Images From the Surface | Anton Petrov https://t.co/Ul1fbtieG1 Here are another few nails in the coffin of the human colonization of Mars.
AOS Aliens take pictures of normal geological features on Mars! Key point: Ingenuity is still working as a weather station! Whoot! youtu.be/aYzP7jybsKY?...
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Strange Pyramid Shape on Mars and Other Incredible Images From the Surface https://t.co/9GG0qwymS1 via @YouTube
Thank you Anton (@WhatDaMath) : It figures that this would all come down to being a sham. https://t.co/4VXpVxPKT3
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Anton Petrov debunks those “there’s aliens on Mars extremists” call Martian pyramids in new photos. As is usual the reality is just as interesting as if there were aliens. | Strange Pyramid Shape on Mars and Other Incredible Images From the Surface https://t.co/2VYRGwBkpm
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if you are not subbed to Anton you should be, Strange Pyramid Shape on Mars and Other Incredible Images From the Surface https://t.co/MEdMvznYQK via @YouTube
Extraña forma piramidal en Marte y otras imágenes increíbles desde su su... https://t.co/c5FVBsIUdr a través de @YouTube
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Wave ripples formed in ancient, ice-free lakes in Gale crater, Mars | Science Advances https://t.co/9OnMIXFo2t
Wave ripples formed in ancient, ice-free lakes in Gale crater, Mars | Science Advances https://t.co/ut84xhnNzn
RT @GCC_Mars: Dear all, very happy to share our latest work identifying symmetric wave ripples in the sediments observed by the Curiosity r…
RT @NASAWatch: Wave Ripples Formed In Ancient, Ice-free Lakes In Gale Crater, Mars https://t.co/Oicidec1BJ #astrobiology #Mars https://t.co…
RT @GCC_Mars: Dear all, very happy to share our latest work identifying symmetric wave ripples in the sediments observed by the Curiosity r…
RT @NASAWatch: Wave Ripples Formed In Ancient, Ice-free Lakes In Gale Crater, Mars https://t.co/Oicidec1BJ #astrobiology #Mars https://t.co…
RT @NASAWatch: Wave Ripples Formed In Ancient, Ice-free Lakes In Gale Crater, Mars https://t.co/Oicidec1BJ #astrobiology #Mars https://t.co…
RT @GCC_Mars: Dear all, very happy to share our latest work identifying symmetric wave ripples in the sediments observed by the Curiosity r…
RT @GCC_Mars: Dear all, very happy to share our latest work identifying symmetric wave ripples in the sediments observed by the Curiosity r…
RT @NASAWatch: Wave Ripples Formed In Ancient, Ice-free Lakes In Gale Crater, Mars https://t.co/Oicidec1BJ #astrobiology #Mars https://t.co…
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Wave Ripples Formed In Ancient, Ice-free Lakes In Gale Crater, Mars https://t.co/Oicidec1BJ #astrobiology #Mars https://t.co/HRHGmf42V1
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Wave Ripples Formed In Ancient, Ice-free Lakes In Gale Crater, Mars astrobiology.com/2025/01/wave... #astrobiology #Mars
New paper alert! Dr. Chris Fedo and Dr. Claire Mondro (a UT PhD alum of 2022) just published wave ripple marks from Gale Crater on Mars... indicating that there used to be liquid water in these ancient, ice-free lakes. https://t.co/pSZ4Opuiaz https://t.co/oZAzf0XD9o
RT @GCC_Mars: Dear all, very happy to share our latest work identifying symmetric wave ripples in the sediments observed by the Curiosity r…
RT @GCC_Mars: Dear all, very happy to share our latest work identifying symmetric wave ripples in the sediments observed by the Curiosity r…
RT @GCC_Mars: Dear all, very happy to share our latest work identifying symmetric wave ripples in the sediments observed by the Curiosity r…
Dear all, very happy to share our latest work identifying symmetric wave ripples in the sediments observed by the Curiosity rover, highlighting the sustained presence of an ice-free lake in Gale crater (Mars). Find our study in Science Advances: https://t.co/20bGzDZBT8
Wave ripples formed in ancient, ice-free lakes in Gale crater, Mars by Claire Mondro @spacerockgeek and co-authors https://t.co/Cjey0At4cO @ScienceAdvances #Mars
Wave ripples formed in ancient, ice-free lakes in Gale crater, Mars by Claire Mondro and co-authors www.science.org/doi/10.1126/... #ScienceAdvances @science.org