The Human perspective Flashcards
1
Q
What is the fermi paradox?
A
Contradiction between high estimates of probability of life but lack of it observed
2
Q
Explanations for fermi paradox
A
Intelligent life is rare
Resources to sustain it are in short supply
3
Q
Where is their a lack of fossil record?
A
First 0.5-1 billion years of life
4
Q
What are the two methods employed for finding our origin?
A
- making guesses and attempts to recreate these scenarios in labs
- seeking examples in nature to provide clues
5
Q
What is the copernicus model?
A
Scientific method
6
Q
How are scientific laws made?
A
Testing a hypothesis with numerous methods to provide basis for scientific speculation
7
Q
What is cosmic loneliness?
A
- growing awareness of our responsibility to Earth and small feeling in the Universe after learning how big it is
8
Q
What is SETI?
A
Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence
