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The 2024 New York City meteorite contains amino acids
Science News

The 2024 New York City meteorite contains amino acids

The 2024 New York City meteorite, a rare brine-formed specimen that impacted a New Jersey residence, presents a compelling opportunity to investigate the potential origins of life. Initial analyses have revealed the presence of amino acids within the meteorite, critical building blocks for proteins. This discovery offers valuable empirical data for understanding how organic molecules may have been delivered to Earth. Further research, building on findings linking marine group extinctions to ocean conditions—as detailed in a recent *PHYS.