Galactic Habitable Zone

The Galactic Habitable Zone (GHZ) is the region within a galaxy, like our Milky Way, where conditions are favorable for life to develop. These areas typically have the right balance of elements, stable stars, and fewer hazardous events like supernovae. The GHZ is not uniformly spread out; it usually lies at a moderate distance from the galaxy’s center—where there’s enough heavier elements for planets but fewer destructive cosmic phenomena. This balance increases the chances for planets with stable environments and the potential for life to exist over long periods.