@spadge Said Why is it nonsense? Why should we be the only life form in the galaxy? If there is life out there, then there is a possibility, however unlikely, that they might of come here. It would be small minded of us to think we are alone in the galaxy, considering there are billions of suns, with orbiting planets. Might life be on 1 or more of those planets?
the possibility of life on other planets should not be confused with the possibility of
1)intelligent life
2)intelligent life that has the ability to travel to earth, or construct something which has.
3)that they have landed on earth and the government has obtained their technology and is secretly keeping or using this technology.
also here's a thought,
its said alot that considering the infinite size of the universe and billions of planets within, surely its a statisital probability that aliens are hanging around somewhere and have the ability to get to earth?
thats a reasonable thought in a way, but could it not be likely that they will never be able to reach us since they are limited by the same laws of physics as us.
also if the probability is so likely then what is the probability that their arrival coincides with the emergence of science-fiction and the idea of space travel among the public conciousness?
Aug 03, 2008 @ 02:49:25
