Findings about the chemical makeup of cave systems can teach us about life in places humans have yet to reach.

New research led by a York University professor sheds light on the earliest days of Earth's formation and potentially calls ...

Large soda lakes - those without natural runoff - could have built and sustained extremely high concentrations of phosphorus.

Deep below Earth's surface, rock and mineral formations lay hidden with a secret brilliance. Under a black light, the chemicals fossilized within shine in brilliant hues of pink, blue and green.

Life needs sufficient phosphorus. However, the element is scarce, not only today but also at the time of the origin of life. So where was there sufficient phosphorus four billion years ago for life to ...

To gig deep into the Earth's mysteries isn't just science fiction. The video highlights one of humanity's boldest attempts at ...