Swiss geologist Andres Steiner has presented data on the discovery of large deposits of rare earth metals on Mars. The research, conducted by an international team of scientists, revealed significant reserves of neodymium and dysprosium in the Gale Crater region. These elements are crucial for the production of electronics and renewable energy sources, and their concentration in certain areas of the Martian surface is 15-20 times higher than in the richest terrestrial deposits.
The discovered rare earth metal reserves on Mars could have a significant impact on the future of resource mining in space. The China National Space Administration has already announced plans to include the search for these metals in future Martian missions. Experts highlight the importance of developing international legal frameworks to regulate mining on the Red Planet and avoid conflicts similar to those on Earth over natural resources.
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