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Scientists are now considering that rocky planets like Earth might be able to create their own water through geological processes involving magma and hydrogen.
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Earth, London, United Kingdom, Oxford, United Kingdom
Who
Ashley King, James Bryson, Ada Limón, NASA, European Space Agency (ESA)
What
Scientists are now considering that rocky planets like Earth might be able to create their own water through geological processes involving magma and hydrogen.
When
Fri, 12 Jun 2026 14:06:09 GMT · 5h 7m ago
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Earth, London, United Kingdom, Oxford, United Kingdom ·
Why
Previous theories about Earth's water origin from comets and asteroids have faced challenges due to differing chemical signatures and other problems.
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This new radical idea challenges long-held theories about the origin of Earth's water, potentially reshaping our understanding of planetary formation and the conditions necessary for life. It could influence future space exploration priorities aimed at finding water on other celestial bodies.
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