Sugar discovered floating in deep space for the first time

Similarly sweet molecules may have jumpstarted life on Earth over 4 billion years ago. More information Adding us as a Preferred Source in Google by using this link indicates that you would like to see more of our content in Google News results. The molecular cloud is located about 27,000 light-years from Earth. Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. By signing up, you confirm you are 16+, will receive newsletters and promotional content and agree to our Terms of Use and acknowledge the data practices in our Privacy Policy .