Cosmic Rays Could Erase Signs of Life on Mars, Study Reveals https://ift.tt/oWckMit Cosmic Rays Could Erase Signs of Life on Mars, Study Reveals A study published in Astrobiology on November 13 has revealed the challenges posed by cosmic radiation in preserving potential traces of life on Mars . Researchers simulated the effects of cosmic rays on lipids, crucial molecular structures found in cell membranes. The findings indicate that lipids deteriorate rapidly when exposed to radiation, especially in salt-rich conditions. This adds to concerns about the pr…