University Chemistry ›› 2023, Vol. 38 ›› Issue (2): 116-131.doi: 10.3866/PKU.DXHX202207138

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Mars Exploration and Chirality of Celestial Minerals

Hui Zhang1,2,*(), Xinling Liu3, Ziang Nan2, Xuming Sha1, Shilin Zhang2, Shaohua Huang1, Jihao Su2, Yufen Zhao1,2   

  1. 1 Institute of Drug Discovery Technology, Qian Xuesen Collaborative Research Center of Astrochemistry and Space Life Sciences, Ningbo University, Ningbo 315211, Zhejiang Province, China
    2 College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Xiamen University, Xiamen 361005, Fujian Province, China
    3 College of Chemistry and Materials Science, Shanghai Normal University, Shanghai 200234, China
  • Received:2022-07-28 Accepted:2022-09-27 Published:2022-10-25
  • Contact: Hui Zhang E-mail:huizhang@xmu.edu.cn

Abstract:

From the Earth to the Moon to Mars, human beings have never stopped exploring for treasures. From Iceland spar to quartz to amethysts, the optical phenomena presented by these sparkling and clear ores have inspired scientists to make persistent efforts to reveal "what is light" and "the origin of chirality" throughout the history of science. This has contributed to the advancement of science, technology, and modern society, and will continue to have an immeasurable impact on the future of science and technology.

Key words: Mars exploration, Celestial mineral, Chirality, Iceland spar, Quartz, Amethyst, Double refraction, Polarization