Alien worm, artwork
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Alien worm, artwork
Alien worm. Artwork of an alien life form adapted to live on a planet with high surface gravity. The organism resembles a worm such as those found on Earth, however it has evolved to survive the crushing pressures of high gravity, with a short, muscular body. A rocky planet that is 1.2 times the diameter of Earth would have twice the mass and three times the surface gravity of Earth. It would have a thick atmosphere causing a greenhouse effect. For life to exist, it would need to be sufficiently far from its parent star to avoid a runaway greenhouse effect, such as on the planet Venus
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This print showcases an extraordinary piece of artwork titled "Alien Worm". The image portrays a mesmerizing alien life form, specially adapted to survive on a planet with remarkably high surface gravity. Resembling the familiar shape of Earth's worms, this organism has undergone remarkable evolution to withstand the crushing pressures associated with such extreme conditions. Imagine a rocky planet 1.2 times larger than our own, boasting twice the mass and three times the surface gravity. To counterbalance these immense forces, this alien worm boasts a compact yet muscular body structure. Its resilience is truly awe-inspiring. The hypothetical planet depicted in this artwork possesses an atmosphere so thick that it induces a greenhouse effect, creating an environment unlike any we have encountered before. For life to thrive under these circumstances, it would need to exist at a safe distance from its parent star—a precautionary measure taken to avoid replicating Venus' runaway greenhouse effect. This stunning illustration not only sparks our imagination but also delves into fields like exobiology and astrobiology—exploring possibilities beyond our earthly boundaries. It exemplifies xenoscience at its finest by showcasing how life might adapt and flourish under radically different gravitational conditions. Science Photo Library brings us another thought-provoking glimpse into the wonders of biology and extraterrestrial existence through their exceptional computer-generated artwork—an absolute must-have for enthusiasts seeking inspiration from the realms of high-gravity planets and their enigmatic inhabitants.
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