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Extreme fungus from Chernobyl under study for use in protective shields against space radiation – Firstpost
Scientists have theorised that these organisms could serve as radiation shields for future astronauts on long-distance missions.
FP TrendingJul 27, 2020 12:18:06 IST
Several species of mould have been thriving on the Chernobyl nuclear reactor despite it hosting a large amount of toxic radiation, 45 years after one of the worst-known nuclear accidents in history. The mould that was found in the area has not only been staying alive, but is feeding off of the radiation to grow.
Scientists are now planning to use one of these species to build a protection layer for manned space missions in the future.
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