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The formations discovered by the Perseverance rover have piqued the curiosity of scientists worldwide. Although these Martian rocks may evoke thoughts of extraterrestrial produce, they are, in fact, natural formations that continue to perplex experts. The quest to understand their genesis—whether through water action, volcanic eruptions, or asteroid collisions—speaks to the broader goal of Mars exploration, which is to unlock the planet's geological history and potential for life.