5 of the wildest experiments tardigrades have survived in the name of science

Dec 22 2022 by Business Insider

 
Colored scanning electron micrograph, or SEM, of a tardigrade.

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Tardigrades are hardy microscopic creatures known for their ability to withstand extreme conditions. Water bears can go years without food or water and endure extreme radiation and temperatures. From blasting off to space to being fired from a gun, they've served science in explosive ways.

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