What is the truth about human perception and scientific protocols?

In summary, the author of this website appears to be a geologist who uses a number of tests to determine whether a rock is a fossil. He (she?) also claims to have compared these criteria with those commonly used by geologists. If the author of the site is claiming the objects depicted are living (and not fossils), then we could ask the same set of questions, but using biological criteria. Finally, do you know if a paper is in pre-print, ready for peer review distribution?
  • #1
extrasense
5
0
Life on Mars is not in question anymore

Check the fair report at
http://mywebpages.comcast.net/extrasense [Broken]

ES
 
Last edited by a moderator:
Physics news on Phys.org
  • #2
extrasense said:
Check the fair report at
http://mywebpages.comcast.net/extrasense [Broken]
Yes, there are a lot of interesting looking rocks on Mars. As of yet, no life though.
 
Last edited by a moderator:
  • #3
Some fragments of life are probably on Mars ... what is put there with the Rovers and other previous robots from earth.
 
  • #4
extrasense said:
Life on Mars is not in question anymore

Check the fair report at
http://mywebpages.comcast.net/extrasense [Broken]

ES
Welcome to Physics Forums, extrasense!

AFAIK, geologists use a number of tests before deciding whether a particular rock is a fossil or not - to what extent has the author of the website you link to:
a) written down the criteria he (she?) uses to distinguish between plain rocks and fossils?
b) compared these criteria with those commonly used by geologists?

If the author of the site is claiming the objects depicted are living (and not fossils), then we could ask the same set of questions, but using biological criteria - has the author written these up anywhere?

Finally, do you know if a paper is in pre-print, ready for peer review distribution?
 
Last edited by a moderator:
  • #5
Nice Find...

Nice find extrasense...

However, whilst I agree with your basic premise, you're on the WRONG Forum for putting forth this hypothesis...

Nothing but CLOSED MINDS will you encounter, if it is not "peer-reviewed" (perhaps the FUNNIEST two words in the English language)...
(I just realized that I sound like Yoda...)
 
Last edited:
  • #6
Here are some new images from Mars!
The plot thickens :smile:

Stingray fossil from Mars:
http://mywebpages.comcast.net/extrasense/RatTailHighlights.gif [Broken]

Lamb statue from Mars:
http://mywebpages.comcast.net/extrasense/2p090-2P134351571EFF2500P2536L4M1-lamb.jpg [Broken]

Martian outpost:
http://mywebpages.comcast.net/extrasense/FirstMartian.gif [Broken]

Animal skull from Mars:
http://mywebpages.comcast.net/extrasense/SkullHighlights.gif [Broken]

More at site
http://mywebpages.comcast.net/extrasense [Broken]
 
Last edited by a moderator:
  • #7
I suspect this thread is spam - - an ad for extrasense's own website/forum. On that, I should probably delete this altogether. But I'll give you the benefit of the doubt and move this over to the skepticism forum for further discussion. However, I agree with Russ...what you have there is a collection of photos of rocks. On what basis can you characterize them as fossils/artifacts/life?
 
  • #8
Nommos - lighten up. In this example alone, we have 3 PF staff members who disagree with the OP but are still giving it a second chance.
 
  • #9
Those seem well fake... it seems to small to look at, thumbnail size and its like flashing and change the parts of pics. To me its no differnece from looking at the clouds in the sky and saying "oh mommy I see a sheep" and therefore basing that there are sheep in the clouds.
 
  • #10
Tom McCurdy said:
To me its no differnece from looking at the clouds in the sky.

What you do not understand here, that those are photographed images.
You can do all sorts of measuremens on them.

Lighten up :smile:


ES
 
  • #11
Martian cabbage lol?

Ok, Please don't take me as one of those people who assume that there is life on Mars I am not a geological expert or an expert on many things most things even !?. But this photo looks like almost biological to me. As I said before I am not claiming anyhting I also posted a indirect link to this image so well so this post in a way does qualify as a sort of spam especially if I post a link to ure nutty government https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=31097 whatever anybody here know about stuff like this ?

http://www.xenotechresearch.com/marsstro.htm
 
  • #12
Does "almost biological" count?

I see nothing but rocks. Phooey!
 
  • #13
JohnDubYa said:
Does "almost biological" count?

I see nothing but rocks. Phooey!

You don't see anything unusual about the circular cabbage like formation of this particular rock formation ? Certaintly NOT ure average rock as I said i am not an expert.
 
  • #14
extrasense said:
What you do not understand here, that those are photographed images.
You can do all sorts of measuremens on them.

Lighten up :smile:


ES
OK, let's see the "measuremens" that you've done on them.

At a minimum I'd be looking for:
a) a clearly stated, objective protocol for selecting which rocks from among the tens (hundreds) of thousands in the various Spirit and Opportunity photos to study
b) a clear, unambiguous description of the classes of measurements that you will be making on the selected rocks, and how you will make those measurements
c) the results of the measurements
d) clear description of why particular 'biological' objects were chosen for comparison (and not others)
e) a published database of measurements of stingrays, lambs, outposts (etc)
f) detailed comparison of the two sets of measurements
g) the results of running the same exercise on a set of a similar number of Earthly rocks, say a lava field, or a talus slope (which are fully described, so, for example, any PF member could go there are make the same measurements).

Oh, and a statistical analysis of the significance of any noteworthy findings would be nice too. :smile:

Seems like a lot of hard work, doesn't it? Well, that's what the nitty-gritty of actually *doing* science is all about :surprise:
 
  • #15
  • #16
well according to www.flat-earth.org[/url] , there were Anglo-Saxon civilisations on Mars, and according to THIS link, maybe THEY planted the evidence! [url]http://www.flat-earth.org/projects/mars.html[/URL] :biggrin: :rofl:

whoever dug that site up (zooby i think)... pure genius! :smile:
 
Last edited by a moderator:
  • #17
Nereid said:
OK, let's see the "measuremens" ...
............
............

Don't get too formal. Image recognition is a routine human activity. Even mad scientist can recognize a flower, or leaf, without using supercomputer :smile:

http://mywebpages.comcast.net/extrasense/SkullHighlights.gif [Broken]

ES
 
Last edited by a moderator:
  • #18
Sure doesn't look biological to me...looks like a blurry microscopic picture. Are you loony or something?
 
  • #19
extrasense said:
Don't get too formal. Image recognition is a routine human activity. Even mad scientist can recognize a flower, or leaf, without using supercomputer :smile:

Image recognition does not constitute proof of anything. If a picture looks like something then it looks like something. So what? This only means that it might be worth following Nereids protocol to determine if this is really something interesting or not. If someone is going to declare the discovery of life on Mars then they had better be formal or they will be laughed out of the room.
 
  • #20
Ivan Seeking said:
Image recognition does not constitute proof of anything... If someone is going to declare the discovery of life on Mars then they had better be formal or they will be laughed out of the room.

The so called "science" have get really sick :redface:

Here is a berry. Can we get a consensus as to what it is?
Because any protocol that gives a result that contradicts human perception is a bogus one.

http://mywebpages.comcast.net/extrasense/BerryHighlights.gif [Broken]

ES
 
Last edited by a moderator:
  • #21
uh, nothing?

Tell me this, how can you prove anything without analysis?

What proof can you offer except, "well, that's what it looks like to me?"? If someone else says, "well, not to me", such as now, how are we to judge who's right?
 
  • #22
I told you extrasense, the "moles" are here...
 
  • #23
extrasense said:
Because any protocol that gives a result that contradicts human perception is a bogus one.

This is ridiculous. Anyone who knows anything about science and human perception also knows that this statement is completely bogus.
 

1. How did we discover that life on Mars is now a reality?

In 2021, NASA's Perseverance rover successfully landed on Mars and began its mission to search for signs of ancient microbial life. The rover's instruments, such as the SuperCam and the Mars Oxygen In-Situ Resource Utilization Experiment (MOXIE), are able to detect and analyze organic compounds and oxygen levels that could indicate the presence of past or present life on Mars.

2. What evidence do we have that supports the existence of life on Mars?

The Perseverance rover has already found several pieces of evidence that suggest the possibility of life on Mars. These include the presence of organic molecules in rock samples, the detection of methane in the planet's atmosphere, and the identification of a dried-up river delta that could have once provided a habitable environment for microbial life.

3. How does the existence of life on Mars impact our understanding of the universe?

The discovery of life on Mars has significant implications for our understanding of the universe. It suggests that the conditions necessary for life to exist may be more common than we previously thought, increasing the likelihood of finding life on other planets and moons within our solar system and beyond. It also raises questions about the potential for interplanetary transfer of life, further expanding our understanding of the origins and evolution of life in the universe.

4. Could humans potentially live on Mars alongside any existing life forms?

While the discovery of life on Mars is an exciting development, it is still unknown what form this life may take and if it currently exists on the planet. It is important for humans to carefully consider the potential impact of our presence on any existing life forms on Mars and to prioritize ethical and responsible exploration and colonization efforts.

5. What are the next steps in our search for life on Mars?

NASA's Perseverance rover will continue to collect and analyze samples from the Martian surface, providing further insights into the potential existence of life on the planet. In the future, more advanced missions will be sent to Mars, including sample return missions, to further investigate the planet's potential for hosting life. Additionally, private companies and organizations are also investing in exploration and potential colonization efforts on the Red Planet.

Similar threads

Replies
15
Views
1K
  • General Discussion
Replies
12
Views
1K
  • General Discussion
Replies
34
Views
3K
  • General Discussion
Replies
13
Views
2K
  • General Discussion
Replies
4
Views
2K
  • General Discussion
Replies
14
Views
2K
  • Sci-Fi Writing and World Building
Replies
0
Views
627
  • General Discussion
Replies
23
Views
3K
Replies
10
Views
1K
Replies
4
Views
1K
Back
Top