Deinococcus radiodurans

Okay kiddo, do you know what bacteria are? They are tiny living things that can be found almost everywhere, including in our bodies and in the soil.

Now, there's a special type of bacteria called Deinococcus radiodurans, which is known for its ability to survive extreme conditions that would kill most other living things.

First, the name is a big word, but it's actually made up of two parts. 'Deinococcus' means 'strange berry', and 'radiodurans' means 'tolerant to radiation'.

This bacteria can survive high levels of radiation, like the kind found in nuclear power plants or after a nuclear explosion. It's like they have a superpower that protects them from harmful things that would hurt other creatures.

But that's not all. Deinococcus radiodurans can also survive extreme cold, heat, vacuum, and dehydration.

Scientists are studying this bacteria to understand how it can survive in such harsh environments. They think that maybe it has a special way to repair its DNA, which is like its building blocks.

Pretty amazing, isn't it? But don't worry, kiddo, these bacteria are not harmful to humans. In fact, they might even be useful in cleaning up radioactive waste or making new medicines.