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Para A - What do some astronomers believe?
That intelligent life EXISTS elsewhere in the universe.
Para A - What do they think will happen soon?
We will soon CONTACT these beings.
How do you feel about contacting life on other planets?
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Para B - Some scientists believe that 12 billion years is too long a period of time for what?
For only one planet to have life in the WHOLE universe.
Para B - What have TOOLS like the Hubble Telescope shown?
That there are at least 100 billion galaxies.
Para B - What planets might be similar to Earth?
Planets that CIRCLE other stars.
What star does Earth CIRCLE?
The sun.
Para C - Until recently what was it difficult to do?
SEARCH for signs of intelligent life in the universe.
Para C - What can POWERFUL telescopes ALLOW scientists to do now?
IDENTIFY more small planets in other solar systems.
Para D - Why have beings from outer space probably not already visited Earth?
Because the DISTANCE is too far.
Para D - How might intelligent beings eventually contact us?
By flashes of light or radio signals,
Do you agree with these scientists?
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