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Recent research indicates that, while Europa may harbor a vast ocean beneath its icy surface, the seafloor is likely cold and inactive, casting doubt on the possibility of life. The study highlights that weaker tidal forces on Europa compared to other moons like Io result in insufficient energy for geological activity, suggesting a quiet and stable environment beneath the ice.
Europa may contain a vast ocean beneath its ice, but new research suggests its seafloor is likely cold and still. Without enough internal energy to power geological activity, the moon’s ocean may struggle to support life
Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech
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