
Listener Questions 54: String cosmology, cosmic strings, and alien numbers
Daniel and Kelly’s Extraordinary Universe
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Communicating with Extraterrestrials Through Universal Numbers
The chapter explores the challenge of communicating with extraterrestrials using unit-free methods, focusing on universal physical numbers that transcend specific units. It discusses the evolution of measurement units, efforts to establish universal constants for communication, and the complexities of decoding alien messages. The conversation delves into the cultural and symbolic significance of numerical communication with potential alien civilizations.
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