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This X-ray image reveals the presence of magnesium (red), calcium (green), and aluminum (blue) within the Murchison meteorite, an exceedingly ancient carbonaceous chondrite that dates back more than 4.55 billion years. This meteorite contains primitive minerals that condensed from the solar nebula, as well as water and intricate organic molecules. Among its remarkable contents are over 70 types of amino acids.
1970: The Cosmic Search for Life – Insights from Meteorites

The discovery of amino acids in the Murchison meteorite supports the notion that life's essential molecules are prevalent throughout the universe, underscoring the potential for extraterrestrial life