Given that organic molecules need to react in order to produce life, this suggests we should search for worlds in the solar system that have
A) either an atmosphere, or a surface or subsurface liquid medium such as water, or both.
B) organic molecules on their surfaces
C) an atmosphere
D) rocky surfaces

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Organic molecules need to react with each other in order to produce life, and this requires a medium in which they can move and interact. This medium could be an atmosphere, or a liquid medium such as water, or both. The presence of either of these on a planet or moon in our solar system would therefore increase the likelihood of finding life. Additionally, rocky surfaces are also a good indicator of potential habitability, as they offer stability and a solid foundation for the development of life. However, the presence of organic molecules on a world's surface, while important, is not sufficient on its own to suggest the presence of life.

Given That Organic Molecules Need to React in Order to Produce