<ul><li>Debris from ancient volcanic eruptions on Mars could offer new clues in the search for alien life.</li><li>A study suggests that the newly discovered rock type found on Mars was likely volcanic ash deposited billions of years ago.</li><li>The rocks were found at a landing site for a future Mars rover mission, indicating they may have originated from a distant explosive volcano.</li><li>Scientists believe that the mineral-rich rocks beneath the volcanic ash could potentially preserve signs of life.</li></ul>

Ancient volcanic ash on Mars could offer new clues in search for extraterrestrial life

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