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The Viking Missions: A Miscarriage of Science in the Search for Life on Mars
The Viking missions in the 1970s represented a groundbreaking moment in extraterrestrial exploration. Yet, decades later, lingering questions about the potential discovery of life on Mars remain overshadowed by a narrative that has shaped the future of planetary exploration. This article delves into the Viking missions and the unforeseen consequences of scientific interpretations that may have prematurely declared Mars a barren wasteland.