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An Earth Lifeform Suitable For Mars

Posted by timothy on from the quick-let's-bring-some-up-there dept.

selectspec writes: "The nytimes is reporting on the discovery of a thermal vent-dwelling organism that thrives on hydrogen in an oxygen and sunlight deprived environment. Scientists believe this organism could flurish in the harsh environments of Mars and Europa."

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  1. Hooray for idiot space researchers by billcopc · · Score: 2, Funny

    They've finally discovered : (drumroll) DUST!

    Ladies and gentlemen, your tax dollars at work.

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    -Billco, Fnarg.com