# NASA-funded study reveals 4.1-billion-year-old history of pink Martian rock found in Sahara

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- Published: 2026-10-31T16:34:20+00:00
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Discovered in the vast Sahara Desert, the meteorite Teghaza 001 is over four billion years old and is confirmed to be a Martian rock via isotopic studies. This intriguing specimen reveals a volcanic history intertwined with water activity, indicating a complex water cycle on Mars. As researchers delve deeper into its origins, they are unraveling vital insights into the planet's early environmental

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