Great Silence

The Great Silence, or Fermi Paradox, refers to the apparent contradiction between the high probability of extraterrestrial life in the universe and the lack of observable evidence or contact with such civilizations. Despite billions of stars and planets that could host life, we have not detected signals or signs of other intelligent beings. This raises questions about whether advanced civilizations are rare, tend to self-destruct, or deliberately avoid contact. Understanding this silence helps scientists explore life's sustainability and the factors influencing the development and detectability of intelligent life beyond Earth.