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How probable is this?
100 Billion galaxies, there has to be at least one other civilization out there, no?
100 Billion galaxies, there has to be at least one other civilization out there, no?
Holocene said:How probable is this?
100 Billion galaxies, there has to be at least one other civilization out there, no?
Chronos said:Radio surveys are the evidence [no alien versions of 'I love Lucy' have yet been detected]. The sophistication of modern radio telescopes has virtually ruled out artificial EM sources within our galaxy.
Currently, we do not have any concrete evidence of civilizations existing in other galaxies. However, scientists use various methods such as the Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence (SETI) and the Drake Equation to estimate the likelihood of advanced civilizations existing in other galaxies.
The chances of encountering a civilization from another galaxy are extremely slim. The vast distances between galaxies make it highly unlikely for any two civilizations to come into contact with each other. Additionally, the limited technology and resources available to us make it difficult to travel to other galaxies.
It is possible that civilizations in other galaxies may be more advanced than us. The age of the universe and the vast number of galaxies and planets within it suggest that there could be civilizations that have had a longer time to develop advanced technology and ways of life.
Currently, we do not have the technology to communicate with civilizations in other galaxies. Even if we were able to detect signals from other galaxies, the time it would take for a response would be extremely long. However, scientists continue to explore different methods of communication, such as using advanced technology and sending probes to other galaxies.
If we were to encounter a civilization from another galaxy, it would be a groundbreaking discovery and could potentially lead to new understandings of the universe and our place within it. However, it is also important to consider the potential risks and ethical implications of such an encounter.