Space Dust May Be Alive

An international team has discovered that under the right conditions, particles of inorganic dust can become organized into helical structures. These structures can then interact with each other in ways that are usually associated with organic compounds and life itself.

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2 Responses to “Space Dust May Be Alive”

  1. Yup, and they consume food, and reproduce. The scientists involved are saying that we probably have to redefine the word “life”, instead of saying they’ve found it. I think they should seriously consider whether this stuff is alive.

  2. Be a Good Daughter Says:

    Thanks this article is stunning.
    I will definitely read your diary..
    ciao

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