Jarek HryszkoEarly Earth was hit by asteroids like a cosmic pinball, and new research suggests those impacts might have been life’s first spark. The collisions created long-lasting hydrothermal systems—warm, wet, and rich in chemicals—perfect for jumpstarting biology. If life could begin in the aftermath of destruction, it might be hiding in similar spots across the solar system right now. Maybe we should thank the meteorites for showing up. 🌋
