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.  
    Ryan from Walsall says:
    Aug 8, 16:15

    We may as well find somewhere suitable because this hole isn't going to last forever, And I reckon that microbes have existed elsewhere.

    I believe...
    Conquering space is vital to our future survival
  2.  
    Nige from Gloster says:
    Aug 8, 16:12

    YES ! There was ' Life on Mars ' then a follow up ' Ashes to Ashes ' both starring Gene Hunt the type of policeman that we could do with today.
    But that and the NEW US version of the BBC tv show, was the onLY life on Mars, that exists, or existed.

    I believe...
    There is life out there just waiting to be found
  3.  
    Pathfinder from Gloucester says:
    Aug 7, 22:33

    if were talking about microbes then no however if were looking at the earthman's equivalent of a cat or dog for instance then that a different kettle of fish oh did i mention fish

    I believe...
    We are alone in the universe
  4.  
    pathfinder from Gloucester says:
    Aug 7, 22:24

    If were talking about microbes then no however if were looking at something a bit bigger say the earth eqivelent of a cat or dog for insteats then that a different kettle of fish oh did i mention fish

    I believe...
    We are alone in the universe
  5.  
    Blub from Mars says:
    Aug 7, 20:34

    Yes i live on Mars.... And yes of course it matters because where else can i live? :S Earth might be destroyed on saturday anyway, And i hope you lot dont think your migrating to mars....

    I believe...
    Space exploration is a waste of money

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Space exploration is a waste of money
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We are alone in the universe
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