Topics: Earth and Space Sciences, Astro Biology

Explore how microscopic life exists in places of extreme heat or cold here on Earth. Discover giant planets orbiting distant stars, and learn that our Solar System is duplicated by numerous other solar systems throughout the Universe. Explore these extrasolar planets for the possibility of life – supporting elements and find out how we are searching for life in space.

Scientists are more optimistic about finding life beyond Earth than ever before. Astronomers have found over 130 giant planets orbiting other stars and suspect that smaller worlds exist as well. Biologists have found microscopic life on Earth in places they never expected, from hot springs to Arctic ice.