Scientists study the Martian rocks for clues.

Meaning: People who study science are looking at Martian rocks to find information that can help them understand more about Mars.

Choice of Words: Scientists are people who study and learn about the natural world, while rocks are solid pieces of mineral matter. Clues are pieces of information that help solve a mystery or puzzle.

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The scientists are examining the Martian rocks for clues.

Meaning: This means that the scientists are looking at the Martian rocks very closely to find out more about them. They are looking for clues in the rocks that can tell them more about the planet's history and makeup.

Choice of Words: Examining means to look at something closely and carefully. Clues are things that give us information about something else.

The scientists are analyzing the Martian rocks for clues.

Meaning: This means that the scientists are studying the Martian rocks very carefully to find out more about them. They are looking for clues in the rocks that can tell them more about the planet's history and makeup.

Choice of Words: Analyzing means to study something carefully and in detail to find out more about it.

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