Science · Earth · November 12, 2026

Study suggests Earth's water formed in its fiery atmosphere

Reported by 1 outlet · first reported Nov 12, 3:38 AM ET

Scientists report Earth's water may have been born in the planet's fiery atmosphere, rather than delivered by comets or asteroids. Rocky material may have produced hundreds of oceans' worth. The finding appears in ScienceDaily.

Why it matters

It changes how scientists think life-supporting water arises on planets.

Background

The common theory said comets and asteroids brought water.

Sources

• ScienceDaily ↗Nov 12, 3:38 AM ET

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