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140 Earth-like planets found: How would you react if life were found?

140 Earth-like planets found: How would you react if life were found?

Maybe on any such other Earth-like planets the iPhone 4 actually works? I kid, I kid. Scientists have recently discovered some 140 Earth-like planets using the Kepler telescope that launched in January, 2009. Even more exciting than that, scientists now estimate that there can be as many as 100 million (!) planets in our galaxy alone-keep in mind that there\’s estimated to be 100 billion galaxies inside the know universe (well, that\’s what I read)-that harbor the exact conditions necessary for life.

The next step in all of that is to take the 140 planets that appear to be Earth-like and closely have a look at them for signs of life. What would that be? I don\’t know, try and examine the contents of their atmospheres-presumably “Earth-like” means they’ve viable atmospheres-see if they\’re sitting around playing video games, etc.

How great wouldn’t it be if we, as a species, find what we perceive to be intelligent life? I predict 100.00% chaos inside the streets. People can\’t even handle their business when their favorite sports team wins the championship. Finding another planet jam-packed with life? Best to stay indoors that day.

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