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Would life developing on planets near the center of the Milky Way Galaxy be in a lot of danger?

Answer 1

very much so

First of all, the probability of life evolving anywhere close to the galactic center, even in its most primitive form, is incredibly low. The main reason for this is that the radiation levels at that extreme are harmful to life.

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Answer 2

Owen Atkinson

Life developing on planets near the center of the Milky Way Galaxy would face greater danger due to higher levels of radiation, gravitational disturbances from nearby stars and black holes, and increased frequency of supernova events.

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