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Jupiter Ocean Moon Europa Likely Lacks Tectonic Activity, Reducing Its Chances for Life

Researchers found Europa's seafloor lacks active geological activity needed to supply chemical energy for life, challenging its habitability despite NASA's upcoming investigation mission.

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New models suggest that Europa has very little tectonic activity at its seafloor, which is potentially catastrophic news for the hopes of finding alien life within its ocean.

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Jupiter ocean moon Europa likely lacks tectonic activity, reducing its chances for life

New models suggest that Europa has very little tectonic activity at its seafloor, which is potentially catastrophic news for the hopes of finding alien life within its ocean.

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Europa, where NASA spacecraft is bound, may not have conditions for life

A study has cast doubt on the idea that Jupiter's moon Europa, where NASA has sent a spacecraft, could have conditions to support contemporary life.

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Asbury Park Press NJ broke the news in Neptune City, United States on Thursday, January 8, 2026.
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