The earliest days of Earth held secrets that scientists are still trying to uncover. One of the greatest mysteries is how life began. A key part of the answer lies in a rare element: phosphorus. This ...

A group of people are gathered around a mud puddle on the path that leads to the shore of Soda Lake. What could be so interesting? A moment later the answer reveals itself. Mark James Miller is an ...

In large soda lakes, on the other hand, the phosphorus concentrations are high enough to sustain both the basic chemical reactions and life over the long term. These high concentrations are achieved ...