Enceladus as a potential oasis for life: Science goals and investigations for future explorations

RT @Eloi_CC: Enceladus is a prime astrobiological target: 1) Massive sub-glacial ocean being in contact with the rocky sea floor (thus prom…

RT @Eloi_CC: Enceladus is a prime astrobiological target: 1) Massive sub-glacial ocean being in contact with the rocky sea floor (thus prom…

Enceladus is a prime astrobiological target: 1) Massive sub-glacial ocean being in contact with the rocky sea floor (thus promoting hydrothermal activity). 2) Very active geyser-like jets in its south pole = better sampling. Read on this in our white pa…