Ask Dr. Universe: Is there life on other planets? Are aliens real?

Dr-Universe-230PULLMAN, Wash. – Well, we don’t know for certain. Looking up to the stars at night, I’ve often wondered if alien cats are out chasing alien mice or taking naps on other planets.

My imagination aside, your questions are like those scientists are asking, too. And it’s no wonder we are so curious.

With billions of planets in our galaxy, including small Earth-like worlds, the possibility of life out there is an exciting thought to many people. So, humans have set out to look for planets that might support life.

Learn more in the complete Dr. Universe column here.

 

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