Can Comets seed life in planets? This study makes astonishing claim

Researchers from the University of Cambridge's Institute of Astronomy have developed mathematical models that tell how comets could theoretically deliver major life components to planets.

Recently a team of researchers from the University of Cambridge's Institute of Astronomy developed mathematical models through which they analyzed how comets could theoretically deliver major life components to other planets. This research was published in the journal Proceedings of the Royal Society A.  (NASA/MSFC/Aaron Kingery)

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1/5 Recently a team of researchers from the University of Cambridge's Institute of Astronomy developed mathematical models through which they analyzed how comets could theoretically deliver major life components to other planets. This research was published in the journal Proceedings of the Royal Society A.  (NASA/MSFC/Aaron Kingery)

The findings from the research can help scientists in future missions to find other planets on which life can possibly exist. According to a report by space.com. author Richard Anslow from the University of Cambridge's Institute of Astronomy said, "We're learning more about the atmospheres of exoplanets all the time, so we wanted to see if there are planets where complex molecules could also be delivered by comets." (Pixabay)

2/5 The findings from the research can help scientists in future missions to find other planets on which life can possibly exist. According to a report by space.com. author Richard Anslow from the University of Cambridge's Institute of Astronomy said, "We're learning more about the atmospheres of exoplanets all the time, so we wanted to see if there are planets where complex molecules could also be delivered by comets." (Pixabay)

Researchers analyze that there might be various challenges on rocky planets near red dwarf stars, also called M-dwarf stars. These stars are the center of research for scientists who are working on exoplanets.  (Pixabay)

3/5 Researchers analyze that there might be various challenges on rocky planets near red dwarf stars, also called M-dwarf stars. These stars are the center of research for scientists who are working on exoplanets.  (Pixabay)

 Richard Anslow further said, "It's possible that the molecules that led to life on Earth came from comets, so the same could be true for planets elsewhere in the galaxy." Isn't it fascinating? If this theoretical research proves to be true, scientists will be able to solve multiple mysteries of the Universe together. This research paper sheds light on the potential of comets to provide the initial prebiotic inventory required for the origins of life on exoplanets. (Pixabay)

4/5  Richard Anslow further said, "It's possible that the molecules that led to life on Earth came from comets, so the same could be true for planets elsewhere in the galaxy." Isn't it fascinating? If this theoretical research proves to be true, scientists will be able to solve multiple mysteries of the Universe together. This research paper sheds light on the potential of comets to provide the initial prebiotic inventory required for the origins of life on exoplanets. (Pixabay)

Do you know the difference between comets, asteroids, and meteors? These three have always been a matter of discussion among space scientists. According to NASA Asteroids are small, rocky objects that orbit the Sun. About comets, NASA explains that these are large objects made of dust and ice that orbit the Sun. They are known for their long, streaming tails. These comets are said to be the leftovers from the formation of the solar system 4.6 billion years ago. When a space rock enters the Earth’s atmosphere, it is called a meteor. (Pixabay)

5/5 Do you know the difference between comets, asteroids, and meteors? These three have always been a matter of discussion among space scientists. According to NASA Asteroids are small, rocky objects that orbit the Sun. About comets, NASA explains that these are large objects made of dust and ice that orbit the Sun. They are known for their long, streaming tails. These comets are said to be the leftovers from the formation of the solar system 4.6 billion years ago. When a space rock enters the Earth’s atmosphere, it is called a meteor. (Pixabay)