I think we're about even on that front- I haven't got much of a scientific background, so there's going to be places where my knowledge is rather limited.

And even if it's just general knowledge, I'm happier having something to start with than trying to deal with this whole situation blind.

[She smiles, and sits down carefully on a large chunk of driftwood next to him. This conversation might run a little long.]

Since I offered, I believe it's only polite that I let you ask the first question.