The Eternal Flame Posted December 4, 2019 #1 Share Posted December 4, 2019 Chemolithotrophic microorganisms derive their energy from inorganic sources. Research into the physiological processes of these organisms -- which are grown on meteorite -- provides new insights into the potential of extraterrestrial materials as a source of accessible nutrients and energy for microorganisms of the early Earth. Meteorites may have delivered a variety of essential compounds facilitating the evolution of life, as we know it on Earth. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2019/12/191204090813.htm 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seti42 Posted December 7, 2019 #2 Share Posted December 7, 2019 I'm waiting for macroscopic life that can live off of meteorites. 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ozfactor Posted December 7, 2019 #3 Share Posted December 7, 2019 I hope these meteorite eating organisms like plastic 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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