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Martian meteorite found in Sahara is 4.1 billion years old

Published Thursday, October 29, 2026 · Updated October 29

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What We Know — Key Points

  • A meteorite found in 2022 in the Sahara in Mali formed in the Martian crust at least 4.1 billion years ago.

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  • Channel News Asia

    The article emphasizes how the meteorite provides crucial insights into the early history of Mars, particularly regarding the presence of liquid water and potential for microbial life, complementing and validating space exploration efforts.

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