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Brian Keating Λ Lee Cronin on Life in the Universe, Assembly Theory, and the Meaning of Time

Theories of Everything with Curt Jaimungal

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Unraveling the Origin of Life and Entropy

This chapter critiques traditional experiments like the Miller-Urey experiment that address the origins of life, suggesting they oversimplify essential conditions. It explores the intricate relationships among physics, chemistry, and biology, while examining misconceptions about entropy and its implications in thermodynamics and information theory. The discussion emphasizes the need for a broader understanding of life's complexities, moving beyond linear pathways to appreciate diverse theoretical frameworks.

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