Quote by Barney Oliver

If interstellar travel is as time- or energy- demanding as the above figures indicate, it is far from obvious what the motive for colonization might be.

If interstellar travel is as time- or energy- demanding as t

Summary

This quote suggests that if interstellar travel is as challenging in terms of time and energy as the data suggests, it is unclear why humanity would have a strong motivation to colonize other planets. The statement highlights the difficulties and uncertainties associated with space travel, questioning the reasons behind investing in such ventures if the effort required is substantial. It prompts the reader to consider the practicality and rationale behind the concept of colonization in the context of the demanding nature of interstellar travel.

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By Barney Oliver

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