Naval Aliens Might Just Be Too Far Away
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Nov 12, 2021 Explore the intriguing evolution of DNA, tracing the pivotal shift from single-celled to multicellular organisms. Delve into the concept of 'universal explainers' and ponder the challenges of communicating with extraterrestrial intelligence. The vastness of cosmic distances raises profound questions about whether intelligent life can truly connect beyond our own planet.
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The Uniqueness of Evolution
- DNA's inactivity for 2.5 billion years remains puzzling.
- The evolution from single-cell to multicellular organisms, then to plants and animals, appears to be driven by chance.
Rarity and Distance
- Becoming "universe explainers" may be statistically rare, compounded by vast interstellar distances.
- The assumption that aliens would surpass the speed of light is unreasonable, further limiting potential contact.
Early Detection
- Human-like explainers might be rare and spread out across vast distances, making encounters unlikely.
- A civilization's radio waves would likely precede any physical spacecraft, providing early detection.
