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Lichens Endure Exposure to Simulated Mars Atmosphere: Study


Certain lichen species can withstand Mars-like conditions with an X-ray radiation dose of 50 Gy (Grays) that is expected on the Mars surface over one year of strong solar activity, according to new research.

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