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space-exploration2 years ago•1 min saved

"NASA's Discovery of Carbon on Europa Boosts Search for Extraterrestrial Life"

NASA's James Webb Space Telescope has discovered a significant carbon source on Jupiter's moon Europa, which has implications for the search for life beyond Earth. The presence of carbon dioxide on Europa's icy surface suggests the potential for a diverse chemistry that could support life. NASA plans to launch the Europa Clipper spacecraft to conduct further investigations and determine if Europa has conditions suitable for life.

via NewsNation Now|

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science-and-exploration2 years ago•5 min saved

"Discovery of Carbon Source on Jupiter's Moon Europa Hints at Alien Life"

The NASA/ESA/CSA James Webb Space Telescope has detected carbon dioxide on the surface of Jupiter's moon Europa, indicating that the carbon likely originated from the moon's subsurface ocean. This discovery has important implications for the potential habitability of Europa's ocean, as carbon is a biologically essential element. The findings also provide insights into the composition of Europa's ocean and may inform future missions, such as NASA's Europa Clipper and ESA's Juice, which aim to explore the moon and its potential as a habitat.

via European Space Agency|

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