And scientists have now found bacteria can survive in the extremes of outer space environments – suggesting primitive forms of alien life can do the same.
Regardless of how well astronauts and their instruments are decontaminated, microorganisms cannot be prevented from inadvertently accompanying them.
Given the enormous adaptability potential of bacteria, it is conceivable they could even survive space travel and thrive in an extraterrestrial environment.
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