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Why Is the Claim of Fossilized Life in the Martian

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Why is the claim of fossilized life in the Martian meteorite ALH84001 controversial?


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Subduction Zones

Regions of the Earth's crust where one tectonic plate moves under another, leading to volcanic activity and earthquakes.

Mantle Upwellings

The upward movement of the Earth's mantle material, which can lead to volcanic activity and the formation of new crust at mid-ocean ridges.

Continental Collisions

The process where two or more continental plates converge, leading to mountain building, seismic activity, and crustal deformation.

Erosional Remnant

A landform left standing after the surrounding terrain has been eroded away, often showcasing resistant geologic features.

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