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All DNA and RNA Bases Discovered in Ryugu Asteroid Samples, Supporting Origin of Life Theories
Japanese researchers have confirmed the presence of life's building blocks, including all five key DNA and RNA bases, in samples from the Ryugu asteroid, reinforcing the hypothesis that carbonaceous asteroids contributed to early Earth's prebiotic chemical inventory and the origin of life.
16 Mar, 21:33 — 17 Mar, 01:20
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Ingredients of life discovered in Ryugu asteroid samples
The discovery comes after these building blocks of life were detected on another asteroid called Bennu.
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Ingredients of life discovered in Ryugu asteroid samples
Researchers said the discovery does not mean life formed in space but “reinforces the hypothesis that carbonaceous asteroids contributed to the prebiotic chemical inventory of early Earth.”
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First report: la-vanguardia · 16 Mar, 16:00|Full coverage: 5 · 20h|Window: 20h
