Exobiology

Exobiology, also known as astrobiology, is the scientific study of life beyond Earth. It explores the potential for life on other planets and moons, examining conditions that could support living organisms. Researchers investigate extreme environments on Earth to understand how life might exist elsewhere, focusing on factors like water, temperature, and chemical composition. Exobiologists also study the possibility of extraterrestrial life and the origins of life itself, integrating aspects of biology, chemistry, and astronomy to answer profound questions about our universe and humanity's place within it.