What is the origin of Martian meteorites?
A) they are rocks brought to Earth by Martians
B) they are rocks brought back to Earth by sample return missions
C) they are rocks blasted from the surface of Mars by volcanoes; these rocks then floated around in interplanetary space before falling to Earth
D) they are rocks blasted from the surface of Mars by impacts; these rocks then floated around in interplanetary space before falling to Earth

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Martian meteorites are believed to be rocks that were blasted from the surface of Mars by impacts, and then floated around in interplanetary space before falling to Earth. Many of these meteorites have been found in hot desert regions where they are easy to spot, and they have provided scientists with valuable insights into the geology of Mars.

What Is the Origin of Martian Meteorites