Astrobiology Science and Technology for Exploring Planets (ASTEP)

Organics Erupting from Enceladus

March 27, 2008 / Posted by: Daniella Scalice

NASA’s Cassini spacecraft “tasted” and sampled a surprising organic brew erupting in geyser-like fashion from Saturn’s moon Enceladus during a close flyby on March 12. Scientists are amazed that this tiny moon is so active, “hot,” and brimming with water vapor and organic chemicals.