Sources of life in space and on Earth

A new study suggests that materials crucial for lifeas peptidesthey could have formed in kites and reach the Land. Research reveals cosmic findings.

You can also read: Aspirin activates protective genes against colorectal cancer

An international team of researchers led by Max Planck Institute for Astronomy has concluded that peptides and other elements essential for life They could have formed in space and reached Earth through comets.

Peptides, short chains of amino acidsare considered fundamental for life and could have played a role in creating precursors of cell membranes.

The discovery challenges the previous belief that presence of water in the molecular ice of space prevented the formation of peptides. This has now been shown to not be a significant obstacle.

The finding suggests a cosmic origin for key components of life, reinforcing the hypothesis that comets they could have planted vital ingredients on Earth.

Furthermore, the probe Philaeon his landing on the comet Churyumov-Gerasimenko, found a rich variety of organic compounds. This further supports the theory of the role of comets in the origin of life.

The data obtained by Philae suggest a «frozen primeval broth» on the comet, with organic compounds essential for life, supporting the idea of ​​comets as carriers of potential life.

You can also read: Profeco reveals the beers with fewer calories, ideal for the heat

Photo: Networks

Remember to subscribe to our newsletter

 
For Latest Updates Follow us on Google News
 

-

NEXT 5 Stardew Valley-type games for Android mobiles