Re: MD what is life?

From: Wim Nusselder (wim.nusselder@antenna.nl)
Date: Mon Nov 17 2003 - 21:54:31 GMT

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    Dear Nathan,

    The microbe you describe 17 Nov 2003 15:55:55 -0500 is alive according to my
    definition (16 Nov 2003 22:34:43 +0100); not because of the behavior you
    describe, but because it reproduces itself (in the right circumstances).
    A thermostat never reproduces itself, so it isn't alive.
    Supposed intentionality (how do you know?) is irrelevant (according to my
    definition).

    With friendly greetings,

    Wim

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