Mimas
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Astronomy. one of the moons of Saturn.
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Classical Mythology. one of the Gigantes, killed by Hercules.
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Roman Legend. a companion of Aeneas, killed by Mezentius.
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As a result, Mimas provides a unique window into the early stages of ocean formation and the potential for life to emerge.
From Science Daily
"The existence of a recently formed liquid water ocean makes Mimas a prime candidate for study, for researchers investigating the origin of life," explains Dr Cooper.
From Science Daily
By closely examining the subtle changes in Mimas's orbit, the researchers were able to infer the presence of a hidden ocean and estimate its size and depth.
From Science Daily
Hidden beneath the heavily cratered surface of Mimas, one of Saturn's smallest moons, lies a secret: a global ocean of liquid water.
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This astonishing discovery, led by Dr. Valéry Lainey of the Observatoire de Paris-PSL and published in the journal Nature, reveals a "young" ocean formed just 5 to 15 million years ago, making Mimas a prime target for studying the origins of life in our Solar System.
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