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Europa Clipper’s Search for Life with Kevin Hand
StarTalk Radio
Habitability in Extreme Environments
This chapter discusses the potential for life on ocean worlds in the outer solar system, challenging traditional notions of habitability that rely solely on solar energy. Using European moons like Io and Titan as case studies, it highlights the significance of internal heating and the possibility of life thriving in extreme conditions, including liquid methane. The conversation delves into the essential elements needed for life and encourages curiosity about the adaptability of life in diverse extraterrestrial environments.
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