One leading theory on the origins of life on Earth proposes that simple chemical molecules gradually became more complex, ...

"We will get into subdivisions," Bryson said. "But it won't be until after we've got all the main roads cleared." ...

By comparing their findings with geochemical models of salt formation at saline lakes on Earth, the authors conclude that water loss from Bennu’s parent body probably occurred through evaporation.

Salt is a key part of our diets. It's also vital for our survival, as dietitian Lena Beal, MS, RDN, LD and National Spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics previously told USA TODAY.

Himalayan salts have intrigued people for centuries, and today, these naturally beautiful crystals continue to be celebrated ...

If you’ve ever cooked pasta, you’ve probably noticed the faint, whitish ring of salt deposits left behind in your pot. It’s a ...

Discover the fascinating findings from asteroid Bennu: pristine salt minerals reveal the presence of liquid water in the ...

But chlorine can also promote ozone formation in the right chemical environment ... Globally this amounts to a flux of 10 3 –10 4 Tg of salt per year, of which about half is chlorine.

Researchers have gained an unprecedented glimpse into the early history of our solar system through some of the most well-preserved asteroid samples ever collected, potentially transforming our ...

In October 2020, a van-sized robotic spacecraft briefly touched down on the surface of Bennu, a 525-meter-wide asteroid 320 million kilometers from Earth.

But the presence of salt minerals is significant for another reason. On Earth, these minerals are a catalyst for the formation of organic compounds such as nucleobases and nucleosides—the ...