Understanding is always good. But shouldn't we prioritize the research. The universe is so vast there is always a finite possibility of discovering earth like planets within finite time. When such a possibility already exists, it is worth investing in ways to actually make use of any such discovery.
Before we discover such planets so far away, we should figure out a way to travel faster close to the speeds of light - i wouldn't wanna spend 30 precious years on a one leg journey
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Understanding is always good. But shouldn't we prioritize the research. The universe is so vast there is always a finite possibility of discovering earth like planets within finite time. When such a possibility already exists, it is worth investing in ways to actually make use of any such discovery.
Before we discover such planets so far away, we should figure out a way to travel faster close to the speeds of light - i wouldn't wanna spend 30 precious years on a one leg journey