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by codesushi42 2538 days ago
Yes. Phospholipids are not viable outside of water; they would not be strong enough to perform well in liquid methane.
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So the suggestion is carbon based biology at very reducing conditions?

What temperatures are we considering?

Cold. Methane becomes liquid at -161.6C.

It is not my suggestion. It's suggested by scientists that Titan may host methane based life.

Do you have any references handy?