Organic matter in absolute zero?

[geft]

For example, what happens if you put an apple in space? Or what happens when animals (or people) are frozen to very low temperatures?

 

[fatra2]

Hi there,

They simply get frozen up.

By the way, space is not at absolute zero.

Cheers

 

[sir-pinski]

At absolute zero, which is -273.15 degrees Celsius, all molecular movement stops and matter becomes immobile. Therefore, organic matter, such as an apple or living organisms, would not be able to survive in this extreme temperature. In space, where the temperature can reach close to absolute zero, an apple would freeze and become brittle, but it would not decompose or rot since there is no oxygen or moisture to facilitate the process. Similarly, animals or people who are frozen to very low temperatures would experience a state of suspended animation, where all bodily functions cease and they would essentially be in a state of hibernation. It is not possible for living organisms to survive in absolute zero, as it is not a sustainable environment for life.