Which of the following statements is an overall summary of the findings from the Viking biology experiments?
A) the martial soil showed no signs of chemical or biological activity
B) the Martian soil showed clear signs of biological activity
C) the Martian soil is chemically reactive but shows no signs of biological activity
D) the Martian soil contained organic molecules but showed no signs of biological activity

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The Viking biology experiments conducted on Mars found that the Martian soil is chemically reactive, indicating it could support life, but they did not find conclusive evidence of biological activity. This suggests that while the soil has the potential for life due to its chemical properties, there is no direct evidence of living organisms.

Which of the Following Statements Is an Overall Summary of the Findings