Apobiotic

/ˌæpoʊbaɪˈɒtɪk/ adjective

Definition

Not compatible with or conducive to life; describing conditions or substances that are non-living or deadly to organisms.

Etymology

From Greek 'apo-' (away from) + 'bio' (life) + '-tic' (adjective suffix). A rare term describing absence of life-supporting properties.

Kelly Says

Space beyond Earth's atmosphere is apobiotic—no oxygen, extreme cold, and radiation mean unprotected human life is impossible without technology to create earthlike conditions.

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