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Handedness and the Origins of Life
This chapter investigates the intriguing question of molecular handedness, exploring its significance in the origins of life on Earth. It discusses groundbreaking research on how Earth's magnetic minerals may influence chiral molecules and the experimental recreation of conditions that could explain the molecular separation of life. The narrative balances scientific inquiry with light-hearted moments, reflecting on the broader implications for understanding life's existence and potential elsewhere in the universe.