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Rare Mars meteorite preserves 1.27-billion-year-old clues to planet's deep interior

Boston College scientists have determined that a newly discovered meteorite from Mars is 1.27 billion years old and derived from a previously unsampled, pristine source on the Red Planet.

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A newly discovered meteorite from Mars has been found to contain clues about the planet's deep interior. The meteorite, which is 1.27 billion years old, is believed to have originated from a previously unexplored source on the Red Planet. This discovery is significant because it provides scientists with a unique opportunity to study the Martian interior without having to physically travel to the planet. The meteorite's age and origin suggest that it may contain information about the planet's geological history and composition. Further analysis of the meteorite may reveal more about the Martian interior and its evolution over time.

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