Chernobyl's Thriving Black Fungus: Radiosynthesis or Survival?

Описание: Scientists have discovered a black fungus, Cladosporium sphaerospermum, thriving inside the Chernobyl reactor. This fungus possesses high levels of melanin and appears to not only survive high radiation levels but, in some cases, even grow faster when exposed to it.
Theories suggest the melanin might enable the fungus to capture radiation and convert it into energy, a process termed radiosynthesis. Experiments on the International Space Station indicate it could potentially act as a radiation shield.
However, the mechanism of radiosynthesis remains unproven, and it's unclear if the fungus truly uses radiation as an energy source. Is it feeding on radiation or simply adapting to survive? Join us as we explore this scientific mystery and the incredible resilience of life in extreme environments.