If life could arise from non life billions of yrs ago could that happen today?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the question of whether life could arise from non-life today, exploring the implications and reasoning behind this possibility. It includes elements of theoretical inquiry and conceptual clarification.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Debate/contested, Conceptual clarification

Main Points Raised

  • One participant asserts that life cannot arise from non-life today but expresses uncertainty about the reasoning behind this belief.
  • Another participant questions the basis of this assertion, prompting a reconsideration of the possibility rather than accepting it as a fact.
  • A third participant introduces the idea that if self-replicating organic compounds were to arise, they might be vulnerable to digestion unless they had protective mechanisms.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus; there are competing views regarding the possibility of life arising from non-life today, with some asserting it is impossible and others questioning that stance.

Contextual Notes

The discussion lacks clarity on the definitions of "life" and "non-life," and the assumptions underlying the claims are not fully articulated.

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Homework Statement



Could life arise from non life today? Why?

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The Attempt at a Solution



I know that it's not possible today but I'm not sure why?
 
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Borek is asking where life could arise--as on Earth or otherwise. If some tasty self-similar replicating organic compounds arose on Earth, they would be easily digested if they didn't come pre-equipped with some protective mechanisms.
 
alliereid said:

Homework Statement



Could life arise from non life today? Why?

Homework Equations





The Attempt at a Solution



I know that it's not possible today but I'm not sure why?
HOW do you "know that it's not possible today"? I liked your post better when you were asking if it was possible rather than simply asserting that it is not!
 

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