Scientists Find Evidence of Possible Extraterrestrial Life
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April 17, 2025 06:00
washington - Chemical fingerprints found on exoplanet K2-18b suggest presence of microbial life. More on telegraaf.nl.
Discovery of Possible Extraterrestrial Life
Scientists detected chemical fingerprints of gases on exoplanet K2-18b, resembling those produced by biological processes on Earth.
- Dimethylsulfide (DMS) and dimethyldisulfide (DMDS) are gases indicating microbial life presence.
Researchers emphasize caution, stating it's a possible biosignature, not confirmation of living organisms. Further observations are required.