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

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Exploring Biodiversity and Climate Change

The chapter delves into the interconnectedness of all living organisms and the critical role of biodiversity in the history and resilience of life on Earth, including the impacts of mass extinction events. It discusses the current challenges posed by climate change on biodiversity and ecological processes, emphasizing the need to understand fundamental laws of life for predicting future impacts. The chapter also explores the complexities of predicting the future of the biosphere under different scenarios, reflecting on the historical focus on weather forecasts and the merging of naturalistic and rule-based approaches in understanding biodiversity.

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