A meteorite that crashed into a New Jersey home contains carbon-rich compounds, amino acids and other prebiotic molecules linked to the origins of life. Scientists identified it as a rare primitive carbonaceous chondrite, while the homeowner's quick action helped preserve the meteorite in pristine condition for research.

Contiene carbono, aminoácidos y otras moléculas clave para estudiar el origen de la vida.

Hallazgo histórico. El meteorito que impactó una casa en Nueva Jersey esconde aminoácidos extraterrestres y rastros de agua salada del origen del sistema solar.