Was there life on Mars, and does it matter?

Was there life on Mars, and does it matter?

A Nasa rover trawling Mars has sent back evidence that suggests the planet was once much warmer and wetter, and may even have supported life.

The findings are described as astonishing, but what do you think about our continued space exploration? When millions live in poverty, should we spend vast sums on space exploration? Do you think, given climate change, that the only way to secure mankind's future is to learn about other planets and conquer space travel? And is there really life out there or is Earth the universe's lucky fluke? Have your say.

 

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  1.  
    a man from space says:
    Oct 4, 23:23

    who really gives a crap about other planets the amount of money being wasted could be better spent on our own planet.......

  2.  
    chloe from kent says:
    Oct 2, 22:20

    was it important to find the Americas? I believe it was! How much more important it is to have a diaspora into space. There is little doubt, if enacted. it will cost the lives of millions but it must be done

    I believe...
    Conquering space is vital to our future survival
  3.  
    Tommy Murry from manchester says:
    Oct 2, 19:14

    How it matters, or more so how it concerns us is, that is how our planet will end up, but i shouldnt worry for a couple of million years,

  4.  
    Robert from Caerleon, Wales says:
    Oct 2, 11:53

    There is no 'Law of Averages' !

  5.  
    ashleigh from hell says:
    Oct 2, 09:29

    i believe we are not alone im not a crackpot i just believe that there is a huge universe out there mabye other universes who knows it is impossible for this to be the only planet that supports life

    I believe...
    There is life out there just waiting to be found

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Space exploration is a waste of money
29%
29%
Conquering space is vital to our future survival
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36%
There is life out there just waiting to be found
28%
28%
We are alone in the universe
8%
8%

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