The Chemistry of Comets and Asteroids

Abstract

This comprehensive study explores the intriguing world of comets and asteroids, focusing on their unique chemical compositions. By analyzing the organic molecules, minerals, and volatile compounds present in these celestial bodies, we gain valuable insights into the early solar
system's conditions and the potential role of these objects in the origins of life on Earth. Through a combination of spectroscopy, sample return missions, and laboratory experiments, we unravel the complex chemistry of comets and asteroids and its significance in planetary science and astrobiology.