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Chanda Prescod-Weinstein's Disordered Cosmos

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Cosmic Origins and the Value of Identity

This chapter examines the link between cosmic events and the emergence of life, focusing on how heavy elements formed in supernovae contributed to Earth's biological diversity. It addresses the importance of recognizing individuality and identity, particularly for marginalized communities, highlighting the shared cosmic heritage of all lives, especially Black lives.

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