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Alien Life - Russell Kane, Lisa Kaltenegger and Chris Lintott

The Infinite Monkey Cage

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Searching for Alien Life

This chapter explores the likelihood of extraterrestrial life, challenging the idea of Earth's uniqueness by discussing the abundance of potentially habitable planets in our galaxy. Conversations about panspermia, the concept that life can be spread throughout the universe, lead to intriguing speculations about life forms that may exist undetected. The chapter also emphasizes the importance of advancements in astronomical technology and current missions aimed at discovering life beyond Earth.

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