4.1-Billion-Year-Old Martian Meteorite Found in Sahara Suggests Early Water

Analysis of the Teghaza 001 meteorite, found in the Sahara in 2022, dates it to 4.1 billion years old, making it one of the oldest Martian samples on Earth. The rock's composition indicates liquid water existed on Mars' surface during its early history, providing new constraints on the planet's habitability timeline. The finding is based on published research, though the specific analytical methods and corroboration are not detailed in the report.

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