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Okay ... I honestly shouldn't be surprised by this. And yet, I am.
I follow a lot of science and technology pages here on Facebook. It's a good way to keep up with at least the tip of the iceberg when it comes to new discoveries, etc. Of course, these same sites collect a lot of comments. Some are from intelligent people who add to the conversation. Other ... odd? ... offensive? hysterical? ... comments come from people who don't know their a$$ from a hole in the ground.
I sometimes reply to comments if it seems the person is being serious and needs some info, or if the reply includes some obvious error. I keep it simple and really don't get snarky.
Today there was a post on Space.com's feed about SpaceX's plans to launch an unmanned mission to Mars. One of the replies stated that it would be cheaper and easier to establish a permanent base on the Moon. Specifically, on the "dark side" of the moon.
In my reply I simply stated that "there is no dark side" to the moon. I did not get snarky, and I did not bring Pink Floyd into the argument.
His first response: "It seems your wrong. I know my physics...." (Grammar left uncorrected.) He posted a second response to me, inviting me to continue my physics education via PMs.
Hmmm ...
I don't think so.
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