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Asteroid Bennu is a treasure trove of ancient materials, holding significant clues about the early solar system and the origins of life. Analysis reveals the presence of various minerals and a wealth of organic molecules, crucial building blocks for life. Most notably, Bennu harbors the chemical components that form DNA, the genetic blueprint for all known organisms. This discovery strengthens the hypothesis that asteroids like Bennu may have played a role in delivering these essential molecules to early Earth, seeding the planet with the ingredients necessary for life to emerge.
