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The Scientific Search for Alien Life

The Michael Shermer Show

CHAPTER

Studying the Atmosphere of Venus and the Mystery of Amua Mua

The speakers discuss the possibility of observing the outer layers of Venus' atmosphere during its transit across the sun and the detection of phosphine in its atmosphere. They then delve into the mystery of the interstellar object Amua Mua, exploring different explanations and the need for more evidence to make a definitive claim. The chapter concludes by emphasizing the constant discoveries in astronomy and the importance of manipulating explanations to fit the observations.

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