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Mars Through a Microscope

Phoenix takes unprecedented Mars shots

By Peter Fearon, Newser Staff

Posted Jun 6, 2008 7:34 AM CDT

(Newser) – The Phoenix Mars Lander has taken the first high-resolution images of another planet's dirt and sand in its continued quest for signs of life in the planet's polar region. The microscopic particles were kicked up when the lander touched down and collected on a slide,... Read full story »

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