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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Andrew Griffin

Scientists make revelation about origins of life on Earth

  • Scientists suggest that life on Earth may have originated from outer space, implying its potential widespread presence across the universe.
  • Researchers have discovered complex organic molecules, considered precursors to life's building blocks, within a disc surrounding a protostar.
  • This finding addresses a crucial missing link, demonstrating that these complex molecules can survive the violent process of a protostar evolving into a young star.
  • The survival of these molecules means they can be inherited by planet-forming discs, suggesting that life could be more abundant than previously thought.
  • The significant findings have been reported in a new study published in The Astrophysical Journal Letters.

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