As a field expert in biology and environmental science, I've spent a considerable amount of time studying the resilience and adaptability of various life forms. When considering the question of what the strongest living thing in the world is, it's important to define what "strongest" means. If we're talking about the ability to survive in a wide range of conditions, withstand extreme environments, and adapt to changes, then certain organisms stand out.
One such organism is the
tardigrade, also known as the water bear. Tardigrades are microscopic animals that have an extraordinary ability to survive in conditions that would be fatal to most life forms. They can withstand extreme temperatures, pressures, radiation, and even the vacuum of space. Their resilience is due to a process called
cryptobiosis, where they can dry out their bodies and essentially pause their metabolism until conditions improve.
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