
The Skeptics Guide #986 - Jun 1 2024
The Skeptics' Guide to the Universe
Uncovering Misconceptions in Ancient Engineering and Exoplanet Discoveries
This chapter challenges the misconception of ancient civilizations' engineering capabilities and delves into the underestimation of non-European societies' technological achievements. It explores the six basic engineering tools in the Klein-plane and highlights the sophistication of ancient medical interventions. The conversation then shifts to the discovery of Gliese 12B, a potentially habitable exoplanet, discussing its characteristics and the complexities surrounding classifying it as habitable.
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