How Our Bodies Would Adapt to Exoplanets

Imagine we're cosmic travelers, boldly going to exoplanets. Our bodies might need a cosmic makeover. Gravity on these new planets could make us feel as light as a feather or as heavy as a dumbbell. We might develop cool new leg muscles to strut our stuff on high-gravity worlds, or become bouncy kangaroo-like beings in lower gravity. Our skin might sport new shades to protect us from alien suns, and who knows, we might even grow extra fingers to play exotic instruments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices