Philae detects organics on comet's surface

The first measurements taken by the Philae lander, which touched down on Comet 67P on 12 November, reveal organic compounds are present on the comet’s surface, and also hint at a dense, icy interior.

Philae made history after successfully landing on the comet after a 10-year journey on board the European Space Agency’s Rosetta probe. Unfortunately, the landing didn’t go according to plan and Philae touched down in a shadowy hollow without enough sunlight to recharge its batteries.

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