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Asteroid approaching an alien moon
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Asteroid approaching an alien moon
A Earthlike planet, to be seen in the background, built a planet-moon-system over several billion years. An asteroid encounters this system and will collide on the red moon. Is this the end of possible life on waterplanet when the moon changes the orbit? There is no save place in space - we know today
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© Detlev van Ravenswaay
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This print by Detlev van Ravenswaay depicts a mesmerizing scene in the vastness of space. In the foreground, an enormous asteroid hurtles towards an alien moon, set against the backdrop of a breathtaking Earthlike planet. Over billions of years, this planet-moon system has evolved into a harmonious celestial dance. However, as fate would have it, this peaceful existence is about to be disrupted. The approaching asteroid threatens to collide with the crimson-hued moon, potentially altering its orbit and jeopardizing life on the water-covered planet below. Will this cataclysmic event mark the end for any potential life forms inhabiting that distant world? This awe-inspiring illustration serves as a reminder that even in space, there is no safe haven from cosmic dangers. As our understanding of planetary science grows, we become increasingly aware of the precarious nature of existence beyond our own blue planet. Van Ravenswaay's artwork not only showcases his astronomical expertise but also sparks contemplation about our place in the universe. It invites us to ponder how fragile life can be and encourages us to appreciate and protect our own precious home amidst an infinite expanse teeming with mysteries waiting to be unraveled.
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