Potential for shallow liquid water on Jupiter’s moon Europa, study suggests

Understanding the structure of the ice shell and how it evolved is important for gaining an insight into the processes of the moon, researchers say

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Shallow liquid water may be present on Jupiter’s moon Europa, data based on the Greenland ice sheet suggests.

Europa is a prime candidate for life in the Solar System, and its deep saltwater ocean has captivated scientists for decades.