Organic compounds found in Enceladus's ocean boost potential for life
TL;DR
Scientists analyzing data from the Cassini spacecraft have discovered complex organic molecules in the fresh ice grains ejected from Saturn's moon Enceladus, indicating active chemical reactions in its subsurface ocean that could support life, prompting plans for a dedicated ESA mission to explore the moon further.
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- Cassini proves complex chemistry in Enceladus ocean European Space Agency
- New study adds to the possibility of favorable conditions for life at Saturn's moon Enceladus ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos
- Prospect of life on Saturn’s moons rises after discovery of organic substances The Guardian
- A Saturn moon's ocean may have the chemistry to start life Yahoo
- Detection of organic compounds in freshly ejected ice grains from Enceladus’s ocean Nature
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