2006-11-10 19:57:37 · 11 answers · asked by Joshua 2 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Biology
The reason all life on Earth is carbon based is because of some of the unique qualities of the element, such as the way it binds to other elements (it's quite complicated to explain - just trust me on this point!)
Silicone shares enough of these qualities to make it a viable alternative to carbon in terms of organic life. We're not sure why carbon ended up being the basis of life on Earth - it may be pure chance. However, if there is life on other planets, then (as far as we know) it would be based either on carbon or silicon.
2006-11-11 01:30:50 · answer #1 · answered by Laurelin 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
yes, in fact the nearest soalr system is said to have a planet which matches earths atmosphere. This would infer that it is possible. Alpha Centauri is the name of the solar system
2006-11-11 04:03:44 · answer #2 · answered by bboyballer112 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Either that or carbon, the only things that have enough flexible molecular bonds to pull it off.
2006-11-11 04:02:56 · answer #3 · answered by Spicoli 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
shore! if on other planets exist intelligent life, and if they are more advanced than we are, I'm shore that they developed robotic life! in fact our first meeting with creatures from other planets might be with a silicon- based robot than a carbon creature!
2006-11-11 08:21:30 · answer #4 · answered by xXx - Twisted Whispers - xXx 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
that's possible,silicon comes from sand ,they are minerals,plus silicon based implants are compatible in the human body
2006-11-11 04:07:59 · answer #5 · answered by Byzantino 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I suppose its possible, and given that space is infinite, maybe even probable, but dude, lay off the old star trek reruns, get a job, maybe even kiss a girl, you'll be much happier.
2006-11-11 04:02:11 · answer #6 · answered by GuZZiZZit 5 · 0⤊ 3⤋
100%
2006-11-11 04:00:22 · answer #7 · answered by q6656303 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Anything is possible in the universe.
2006-11-11 04:00:00 · answer #8 · answered by sshazzam 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋
on hotter worlds with sulpher oceans.
2014-09-02 11:45:05 · answer #9 · answered by ? 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I guess they wouldn't need breast implants then.
2006-11-11 04:03:43 · answer #10 · answered by Nemesis 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋