For life to develop on a planet, two chemical elements are needed in sufficient quantities: phosphorus and nitrogen. Phosphorus is vital for the formation of DNA and RNA. Nitrogen is an essential component of proteins. Without these two elements, life can’t develop out of matter. A study published in Nature Astronomy, and led by Craig Walton,Continue reading “Only a small number of planets may harbor life”
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