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7. Invincible Moss Piglets

Curious Cases

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Tardigrades: The Cosmic Survivors

This chapter examines the exceptional survival mechanisms of tardigrades, particularly their response to the extreme conditions of space. It discusses experiments that reveal how these micro-animals activate DNA repair systems and produce protective compounds when exposed to cosmic radiation. Additionally, the chapter humorously explores the implications of tardigrade research for human resilience during space travel and their historical survival through Earth's mass extinctions.

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