Snowball Earth's iron deposits may have formed through microbes living without sunlight
Scientists may have found a new explanation for how massive iron ore deposits formed on Earth's surface. According to their research, these deposits could be the result of microbes living in environments without sunlight. These microbes would have caused iron to accumulate over time.
Why it's good news: This discovery is good news because it sheds light on a long-standing geological mystery and may lead to new insights into how life can thrive in extreme conditions.
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