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Physics of Life, Ep 3: Why is life so diverse?

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The Ecological Network of Metastatic Cancer

Exploring how tumors mimic successful organisms in an ecosystem, this chapter uncovers the role of phosphorus in tumor growth and their strategic spread to organs with higher phosphorus levels. It delves into the metabolic changes of tumor cells and draws parallels between cancer cells' resource consumption and human impact on the planet, urging a change in behavior to avert potential disasters.

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