"First-Ever Discovery: Water Found on Asteroid's Surface"

Water molecules have been discovered on the surface of two silicate-rich asteroids, Iris and Massalia, for the first time, providing new insights into the distribution of water in our solar system. This discovery was made using data from NASA's SOFIA telescope-outfitted plane, indicating that some silicate asteroids can retain water over time. Understanding the distribution of water in space is crucial for assessing potential sources of life beyond Earth.