A representation of the endosymbiotic theory. An endosymbiont or endobiont is any organism that lives within the body or cells of another organism, i.e. forming an endosymbiosis (Greek: á¼Î½Î´Î¿Î½ endon within, ÏÏÎ½ syn together and Î²Î¯ÏÏÎ¹Ï biosis living).
The meaning of Avia is âGod is my Fatherâ. Keep in mind that many names may have different meanings in other countries and languages, so be careful that the name that you choose doesnât mean something bad or unpleasant.
Gaia was originally the acronym for Global Astrometric Interferometer for Astrophysics, the initial name of the mission. This reflected the optical technique of interferometry that was first planned for use on the spacecraft. Although the acronym (initially written GAIA) is no longer applicable, the name remains (without the initial caps) to provide project continuity. .