Mars lakes may have existed long enough for life to evolve, scientists say
by Ian Sample Science editor from on (#PWT8)
Nasa researchers believe some ancient lakes could have lasted for up to 10,000 years, which was enough time for life forms to take hold
Ancient lakes that came and went over millions of years in the Gale crater basin on Mars may have persisted long enough for life to evolve in them, researchers have said.
Nasa scientists analysed fresh images sent back from the Curiosity rover and found evidence of lakes in the basin that lasted for up to 10,000 years at a time - potentially long enough to support life.
