Magnetofossils: New discovery in Ladakh may help identify habitable environments in space

Magnetofossils, fossil remains of magnetic particles produced by magnetotactic bacteria have been spotted in rock varnish layers in Ladakh. Read here to learn about the significance of the discovery. The study suggests that biotic processes in rock varnish formation indicate how life can exist in extreme environments, providing valuable insights for astrobiology and for planning […]


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