Astrobiology is a scientific field that combines both astronomy (the study of celestial objects) and biology (the study of living organisms). It focuses on exploring the possibility of life beyond Earth. Astrobiologists investigate planets, moons, and other celestial bodies to understand if they could support life or if there is evidence of past or present life. They also study extremophiles, organisms that live in extreme environments on Earth, as they might give hints about what life could be like elsewhere in the universe. Overall,
astrobiology seeks to understand the origins, evolution, and potential distribution of life in the universe.
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