Scientists simulate extreme icy moon volcano conditions, uncover bizarre water behavior
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Scientists recreated deep space volcano conditions in a laboratory, simulating cryovolcanic activity on icy moons like Europa and Enceladus. They observed water simultaneously boiling and freezing in near-vacuum conditions, revealing how liquid water can escape through cracks in thin ice layers. This research could help identify signs of ancient cryovolcanic activity and guide the search for microbial alien life on icy moons.
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