In the atmosphere of Pluto revealed organic matter – Kommersant

Data collected by scientists with Pluto, indicate that the planet’s atmosphere in the presence of organic matter derived from simple compounds similar to methane and ethane, according to the website NASA. Such a mixture of chemical precursor researchers call life. According to some theories, the origin of life on Earth was preceded by the appearance of such particles in the atmosphere.

Scientists have found that the pressure at the surface of Pluto 100 thousand. Times less than on Earth. Also, the findings showed that the most distant planet in the solar system are changing weather conditions.

Recall, last week, NASA released color image of Pluto, sent to Earth spacecraft “New Horizons” with the edge of the solar system. The event can be considered historic.