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One particularly captivating specimen appeared to behave dynamically under electron beam conditions, rotating or "jumping" in response to the beam's influence. Such behaviors suggest magnetic or electrostatic properties, opening discussions about the presence of magnetic minerals or trapped charges within these objects.
Building a Catalog of Martian or Extraterrestrial Materials
The broad array of materials—ranging from crenellated spheres, silicon rods, glassy carbon, to corroded steel fragments—paints a complex picture of the extraterrestrial environment, possibly involving natural processes like meteorite impact, oxidation, and thermal cycling, as well as artificial manufacturing.