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Astrobioethics | International Journal of Astrobiology | Cambridge Core cambridge.org Sanjoy Som · Cambridge University Press Apr 10, 2017 2 facts

perspectiveThe uniqueness of life on Earth and human fragility in the infinite Universe should foster a sense of humility and solidarity among humans.

perspectiveAstrobiology serves as a tool to confront pseudoscience by engaging the public on questions regarding life in the Universe, rather than scientists turning their backs on society.

Communication with Extraterrestrial Intelligence | Centauri Dreams centauri-dreams.org Larry Klaes · Centauri Dreams Jul 31, 2012 2 facts

measurementThe Milky Way galaxy is estimated to be ten billion years old, and the Universe is estimated to be 13.7 billion years old.

claimScientists did not generally accept that the Milky Way galaxy was one of billions of galaxies in the universe until the 1920s.

Beyond Carbon-Based Life: Exploring Alternative Biochemistries in ... walshmedicalmedia.com Walsh Medical Media 1 fact

claimThe search for extraterrestrial life has historically been centered on the assumption that life elsewhere in the universe shares the same carbon-based biochemistry as life on Earth.

Alternative Biochemistries: Speculations about Strange Possibilities pressbooks.cuny.edu CUNY Pressbooks 1 fact

claimWater is observed to be a common chemical compound throughout the universe.