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Cassini Data Reveals Diverse Salt Grains from Enceladus Ocean
Original: Cassini Reveals Surprising Diversity in Salt Grains from Enceladus’ Ocean
New analysis of Cassini spacecraft data shows a surprising diversity of salt grains in the plumes erupting from Enceladus, Saturn's icy moon. The findings suggest the ocean beneath its surface varies in composition and chemistry, strengthening the case that Enceladus is one of the most promising places to look for conditions suitable for life beyond Earth.
Why now: Fresh Cassini findings on Enceladus' ocean chemistry renew interest in the moon's potential habitability.
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