Chemistry of company: Scientists find molecules linked to life on planet 124 light years away

Scientists have detected possible signs of life on a distant planet called K2-18 b, located 124 light years away in the Leo constellation. Using the powerful James Webb Space Telescope, they spotted two rare chemicals, usually made by living organisms on Earth, raising fresh hopes that we might not be alone in the universe.

Chemistry of company: Scientists find molecules linked to life on planet 124 light years away
Scientists have detected possible signs of life on a distant planet called K2-18 b, located 124 light years away in the Leo constellation. Using the powerful James Webb Space Telescope, they spotted two rare chemicals, usually made by living organisms on Earth, raising fresh hopes that we might not be alone in the universe.