Although I agree, that some of the above questions, can bring us to tears so to speak.
I do believe that some people ask these questions in good faith, as they really don't know much about the astro world, and have taken everything that is printed, said by the media, and so on as gospel.
Maybe, unless it's completely stupid, give them the some points for at least asking in the first place.
Some of the comments here seen to suggest that we are a bit above the general public who have no idea about Astronomy, as we would have no idea about some of the hobbies and such, that they may be proficient at, and regard us as dills when we ask stupid questions.
Leon
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