Tuesday, July 28, 2026
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How the ocean's hydrothermal systems made the first life on Earth possible

Our planet is unique for its ability to sustain abundant life. From studies of the rock record, scientists believe life had already emerged on Earth at least 3.5 billion years ago and probably much earlier.

How the ocean's hydrothermal systems made the first life on Earth possible
Image: Phys.org
Our planet is unique for its ability to sustain abundant life. From studies of the rock record, scientists believe life had already emerged on Earth at least 3.5 billion years ago and probably much earlier.

Originally published at Phys.org

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