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What is Valle Grande?

Valle Grande is a specific area on Mars where the Curiosity rover made this latest discovery. It's part of a larger region being explored by the rover, chosen because it shows signs of ancient water activity. Studying different locations like Valle Grande helps scientists understand the variety of environments that existed on early Mars.

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