Is there any plants on other planets?

Is there any plants on other planets?

Green, yellow or even red-dominant plants may live on extra-solar planets, according to scientists whose two scientific papers appear in the March issue of the journal, Astrobiology. NASA scientists believe they have found a way to predict the color of plants on planets in other solar systems.

Can other planets have trees?

According to a new study, Earth-like alien planets with multiple suns may host trees and shrubs that are black or gray instead of the more familiar green.

What color would plants be on different planets?

The greenery on other planets may not be green. Astrobiologists say plants on Earth-sized planets orbiting stars somewhat brighter than the Sun may look yellow or orange, while those on planets orbiting stars much fainter than the Sun might look black.

Can potatoes be grown on Mars?

In The Martian, potatoes are successfully harvested after 48 sols (a Martian solar day – 24 hours 39 minutes long), but the success of the venture does not last: Watney’s potato-growing is put to an abrupt end as the front of his habitat blows off, exposing his entire crop to the Martian air.

What do plants look like on other planets?

What fruits and vegetables do astronauts eat on the ISS?

Fresh fruits and vegetables have been in demand with astronauts since the early Shuttle days. Fresh fruits and vegetables (apples, bananas and carrot and celery sticks) were first flown on STS-6 in April 1983. Oranges, pears, nectarines, grapefruit and jalapeno peppers have also flown occasionally.

Did You Know you can grow vegetables in space?

Image credit: NASA Lettuce, peas and radishes are just a few vegetables that are found in a summer garden. But did you know these same vegetables also can be grown in space? Crew members aboard the International Space Station have been growing such plants and vegetables for years in their “space garden.”

What is the shelf life of fruits and vegetables in space?

The on-orbit shelf life is two to three days for most fresh fruit and vegetable items because there is no refrigeration. There is a need to store fresh fruits and vegetables longer periods of time in space, especially on the ISS. Odor control also needs to be addressed.

How are fruits and vegetables prepared for a Space Shuttle?

Fruits and vegetables for Shuttle missions are prepared for flight. They are rinsed in 200 parts per million chlorine, air dried and placed in the food locker tray. Chlorine sanitizes the fruits and vegetables to ensure food safety. Carrot and celery sticks are packaged in resealable bags.