Curiosity Found Organic Molecules on Mars! Now What

NASA's recent Mars announcement sparked excitement, but it wasn't about finding life. The Curiosity Rover discovered organic compounds and seasonal methane variations, suggesting Mars might have been habitable billions of years ago. These findings, published in Science, highlight Curiosity's role in understanding Mars's history. Future missions like the Insight Lander and Exo Mars Rover aim to explore deeper and uncover more about Mars's geology and potential for life.

What does the presence of methane on Mars suggest about its geological activity?

What challenges does the Curiosity Rover face in finding original organic molecules?

What future missions are planned to further explore Mars and its potential for life?