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Radiation is often thought of as a deadly force, yet places like Chernobyl and Bikini Atoll reveal a different narrative. Following the catastrophic events that released radiation into these environments, scientists discovered thriving ecosystems where plants and animals adapted remarkably well. In Chernobyl, for instance, the flora and fauna exhibited unexpected adaptations, with flora increasing in growth and certain animal species exhibiting resilience against radiation.