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Desert Moss: Syntrichia caninervis

Source: Space com Context: Scientists have discovered Syntrichia caninervis, a desert moss capable of surviving Mars-like environmental conditions. Syntrichia caninervis is found in harsh locations like Antarctica and the Mojave Desert. It is considered a potential pioneer species for Mars colonization.   What are mosses? Mosses are small, non-vascular plants belonging to the taxonomic division …

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