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Space Colonization Part-II

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          So here I'm again with the second part of space colonization. In the previous part we discussed what actually space colonization is, what are the reasons and how can it be accomplished. In case you missed it, checkout the first part  Space Colonization Part-I . As I said in the earlier part about suitable locations let's start with some locations that are suitable for building colonies on different planets and moons that can support life after Earth. THE MOON           Earth's moon is always in discussions whether it will be a good decision to colonize moon or not. The major problems are low quantity of materials available on the moon. Materials essential for life are hydrogen, nitrogen and carbon. It is said that water-ice in some polar regions can help to extract these elements. Another solution is directly pointed towards asteroid mining. Asteroids can be helpful in extracting any material or element we need, asteroids near earth can be used to extract hy

Space Colonization Part-I

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WHAT IS SPACE COLONIZATION?           Space Colonization is the idea of colonizing space for permanent human habitation. It is seen as a possibility by building colonies in space on planets which have water and oxygen in abundance as they are key resources for life existence. There are many reasons why it is needed to escape earth and colonize space and also why it is a bad idea, I'll be discussing all of them in detail.           Earth which is supporting life since billions of years is now on the verge of destruction. Earth is a well-placed planet among all the planets in the solar system and has vast resources for supporting life. But slowly these resources might end up and it will be difficult for humans to live on Earth. It is essential for humans to search for alternative planets and moons that can support life if humans want their race to last a bit longer than expected. Famous Physicist Stephen Hawking said that Humans have 2 options to choose from, First is to try bu