The search for extra-terrestrial life has been going for 50 years - but there's been a recent breakthrough. Astronomers have discovered a new planet called Gliese 581 c. It is the most Earth-like planet ever found. It orbits a star and may have habitats capable of supporting life. NASA hopes to find 50 more Earth-like planets by the end of the decade, all of which increases the chance that alien life has begun elsewhere.
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1 comment:
Firstly, thank you SO much for posting all of these shows. Second, I wonder how many scientists are working hard on sending signal OUT to other civilizations. Wouldn't it be a terribly sad situation for ALL to be listening and NONE to be speaking?
Thanks again.
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