Can We Grow Plants On the Moon?

The video explores the challenges of sustaining life in space colonies, focusing on food production. Since the 1980s, scientists have been experimenting with growing plants in space, using systems like NASA's Veggie and Advanced Plant Habitat. These experiments have shown that plants can adapt to microgravity by using light as a guide. However, challenges like water behavior in low gravity remain. The video also discusses lunar experiments, such as China's Chang'e-4 mission, which attempted to create a mini biosphere. Future efforts may involve genetic engineering to make plants more resilient to space conditions, potentially allowing growth in lunar or Martian soil.

What are some of the plants that have been successfully grown in space?

What lessons were learned from the cotton seeds experiment on the Moon?

How might genetic engineering help plants adapt to space environments?