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How does consciousness emerge?

Daniel and Kelly’s Extraordinary Universe

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Understanding Animal Consciousness

This chapter investigates the complexities of consciousness and intelligence in non-human animals, focusing on octopuses and rodents. It addresses the challenges of distinguishing intelligent behaviors from consciousness, while exploring the subjective experiences of different species. Through discussions on experimental methods and philosophical insights, the chapter examines the variability of consciousness across biological substrates and the difficulties inherent in studying this enigmatic phenomenon.

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