[ExI] "Martian Soil Appears Able to Support Life"

[MB]

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> "It is the type of soil you would probably have in your back yard,
> you know, alkaline. You might be able to grow asparagus in it really
> well. ... It is very exciting for us."

Interesting.  Most everyplace I've lived has somewhat acidic soil.... And stuff does
grow. Azaleas, rhododendron, flowers and trees of all sorts, vegetables (when we
have any rain). If I were to have alkaline soil in my garden it would be a wonder!

Regards,
MB