Astrobiology

Astrobiology is the scientific study of life in the universe, encompassing the search for extraterrestrial life, the conditions that support life, and the potential for life on other planets and moons. It combines elements of biology, chemistry, astronomy, and geology to explore the possibility of life beyond Earth, examining extreme environments on our own planet to better understand where and how life might exist elsewhere in the cosmos. Astrobiologists investigate the origins of life, the potential for life on other celestial bodies, and the ethical implications of discovering extraterrestrial life forms.