two pairs of scientists proposed in 2005 that alien organisms might live instead in bodies of liquid hydrocarbons on the frigid moon. They suggested such organisms could eat acetylene that falls to the surface after forming in the atmosphere, combining it with hydrogen to gain energy. (via Icy moon’s lakes brim with hearty soup for life – space – 23 November 2009 – New Scientist)

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