Maybe There Isn't Liquid Water on Mars

The video discusses the discovery of liquid water on Mars, focusing on recurring slope lineae (RSLs) and the skepticism surrounding this finding. It explores alternative explanations like sand flows and carbon dioxide frost. The video also introduces Ross 128B, a newly discovered exoplanet that is Earth-like and orbits a calm red dwarf star, highlighting its potential for habitability and future research opportunities.

What was the initial reaction to the discovery of flowing liquid water on Mars?

• It was considered a major breakthrough.

• It was immediately proven false.

• It was ignored by the scientific community.

• It was met with skepticism.

What is one reason scientists doubt the presence of liquid water in RSLs on Mars?

• The RSLs are too steep for water to flow.

• There are no dry salt deposits found.

• The RSLs are only found in one location.

• The RSLs are not visible from satellites.

What alternative explanation is suggested for the RSLs on Mars?

• They are caused by volcanic activity.

• They are remnants of ancient rivers.

• They are formed by carbon dioxide frost.

• They are created by Martian life forms.

What instrument was used to discover the exoplanet Ross 128B?

• The James Webb Space Telescope

• The Kepler Space Telescope

• The Hubble Space Telescope

• The HARPS instrument

What makes Ross 128B a potentially habitable exoplanet?

• It has a thick atmosphere.

• It is located in the habitable zone of its star.

• It has visible signs of water on its surface.

• It is larger than Earth.