New observations of Titan by the Cassini spacecraft suggest the presence of cryovolcanism on the moon's surface. Cryovolcanism has important astrobiological implications, as it provides a means of exposing Titan's organics to liquid water, transforming hydrocarbons and nitriles into more evolved and oxidized prebiotic species.If that's not enough, here's another reason why life may exist on Titan.
"Physicists from the University of Granada and University of Valencia, analyzing data sent by the Huygens probe from Titan, say they have “unequivocally” proved that there is natural electrical activity on Titan, the largest of Saturn's moons. The world scientist community believes that the probability of organic molecules, precursors of life, being formed is higher on planets or moons which have an atmosphere with electrical storms."
Last but not least, click on the NASA image to get the latest info on Enceladus' Tiger Stripes to learn why researcers are excited about this latest tidbit about possible life on Saturn's tiny moon.
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