Life might have come from outer space, scientists say
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.