4.5 billion-year-old asteroid could reveal origins of life on Earth

The video explores the hypothesis that asteroids like Bennu contain ancient fragments and minerals, such as clays, that trap water. This could explain how Earth became a watery planet. It also suggests that these asteroids might have delivered organic carbon and nutrients necessary for life to Earth.

How might the presence of minerals like clays on asteroids be significant for understanding Earth's history?

What role do scientists think water plays in making Earth a habitable planet?

What do scientists believe asteroids like Bennu might have provided to the early Earth?

In what form might the carbon found in asteroids be, and why is it important?

Why is it necessary to investigate the nutrients that asteroids might have provided for life on Earth?