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AMA | September 2024

Sean Carroll's Mindscape: Science, Society, Philosophy, Culture, Arts, and Ideas

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Entropy, Life, and Computation

This chapter explores the intricate relationship between entropy, life, and computational systems, highlighting misconceptions around life in simulations and the differences between open and closed systems. Through discussions on complex chemical processes and the philosophical implications of scientific theories, the speakers emphasize the need for evidence-based understanding over simplified narratives.

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