Dirt under Martian rock yields no life trace
Pasadena AP report says Viking 2 dirt beneath a rock shows no organic matter when heated and analyzed. Biemann notes no life signs. plans to scoop more under-rock dirt for three biology tests seeking signs of life processes. Mission chief Young remains cautiously optimistic despite waning public interest.
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