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The Fermi Paradox: Galactic Habitable Zones

Science & Futurism with Isaac Arthur

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The Fermi Paradox and the Phosphorus Problem

We don't know if we should be using the mediocrity principle or anthropic principle to look at our existence. Stars in more remote places may also form with lower metallicity, which is the percentage of things besides hydrogen and helium in them. Relative abundance and scarcity of elements can play a huge role in the viability of life beginning and flourishing.

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