The earliest days of Earth held secrets that scientists are still trying to uncover. One of the greatest mysteries is how life began. A key part of the answer lies in a rare element: phosphorus. This ...

For centuries, humanity has pondered one of the greatest mysteries: how did life begin on Earth? Traditional theories have ...

This week’s question was asked by Hannah Walters, fourth grade at Miller School. Teacher: Peggy Chapman. QUESTION: How did life start on Earth? ANSWER: An excellent question with no real answer.

A new study used mathematical formulas and demonstrated that it’s highly unlikely life began on Earth. Instead, the researcher points to panspermia, a theory that life or the ingredients for life came ...