Sun is older than Earth But, water on earth is older than sun 

Water on Earth is older than the Sun! Scientists trace its origins back over 4.6 billion years. 

Ancient Water Mystery 

Earth’s water likely came from ancient interstellar ice formed before the solar system existed. 

Interstellar Ice Origins 

Hydrogen in water is from the Big Bang, while oxygen formed in stars before our Sun was born. 

Big Bang Elements 

Comets and asteroids carried this ancient water to Earth during its early formation. 

Cosmic Water Delivery 

Studies of meteorites confirm water existed in space long before Earth’s oceans formed. 

Meteorite Water Clues 

Water molecules found in space show a chemical fingerprint older than our Sun. 

Space Water Signature 

Models suggest 30%-50% of Earth’s water predates the Sun! 

Solar System Evidence

Water's ancient origins help scientists study habitable planets beyond Earth. 

Habitable Planet Clues 

Learning about water's history gives clues to life’s potential elsewhere in the universe. 

Life Beyond Earth 

The water you drink today may be billions of years old—older than the Sun itself! 

Drink Ancient Water