Calculating the odds of intelligent alien life - Jill Tarter
1,252,597 Views
5,895 Questions Answered
TEDEd Animation
Let’s Begin…
Could there be intelligent life on other planets? This question has piqued imagination and curiosity for decades. Explore the answer with the Drake Equation -- a mathematical formula that calculates the possibility of undiscovered life.
WatchThink 5 Multiple Choice &
3 Open Answer Questions Dig Deeper Learn More Discuss 1 Guided Discussion &
0 Open Discussions
3 Open Answer Questions Dig Deeper Learn More Discuss 1 Guided Discussion &
0 Open Discussions
The Drake Equation does not have a definitive solution. Instead, it's really seen as a tool to help us organize our thinking about the possibilities of technologically advanced alien life. What have you learned about these possibilities from learning about the Drake Equation? Are equations like this helpful? Why?
Login to answer questionAbout TED-Ed Animations
TED-Ed Animations feature the words and ideas of educators brought to life by professional animators. Are you an educator or animator interested in creating a TED-Ed Animation? Nominate yourself here »
Meet The Creators
- Animator Jeremiah Dickey
- Educator Jill Tarter
- Narrator Jill Tarter
