Exploring the Existence of Life: Questions and Answers

In summary, the conversation discusses the concept of life and whether it is real or an illusion. The participants question whether they are currently typing on a computer or simply imagining it, and discuss the idea of reality being made up of information rather than physical objects. The conversation also touches on the idea of being controlled by external forces and the concept of the matrix. Ultimately, the conversation concludes that it is impossible to truly know if one is alive or not.
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How do we know that we are alive right now? or for that matter are we dead? , we call this life but is it a illusion ? i mean am i typing this right now onto a PC or am i thinking about typing this and some of you are seeing this in your minds eye? to many question not enough answers.
 
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Originally posted by hamlet69
i mean am i typing this right now onto a PC or am i thinking about typing this and some of you are seeing this in your minds eye?

What's the difference between the two?
 
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I may be wrong, but that sounds like what Descartes was thinking.

Jon
 
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i would say it has more to do with information... nothing NEEDS to be physical. if you touch something all it is is ur brain's reaction to the ineraction. you could even contemplate yourself as an entity inside a computer program... your brain is constructed with rules, and reactions.. so that IF this happens then THIS is your reaction... if all reality is perceived in this way, then there is no life and death, only a change in the rules you play the game by.

i don't know if ur into the sciences much, but you may want to check out some stuff on "the quantum hologram" it basically talks about all reality being information and nothing being solid or even existing as anything but information.

in my opinion we're all just one big calculation waiting to be solved... :wink:
 
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Ive wondered the same thing before. Are we Alive or are we dead. Who's to say I'm existing or not, whos to say your existing or not. It's a question that inspires alternate thoughts on what life really is.
 
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Why bother to think such things if you were dead?
 
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watch the matrix.

You cannot know if you are truly alive. You can, however, know if its an illusion, simply by being the entity that is creating the illusion.
 

1. What is the definition of life?

The definition of life is a highly debated topic among scientists. However, most agree that life is characterized by several key features, including the ability to grow and develop, the ability to respond to stimuli, the ability to maintain homeostasis, the ability to reproduce, and the possession of a genetic code.

2. How did life originate on Earth?

The exact origin of life on Earth is still a mystery. However, most scientists believe that life originated from non-living matter through a process known as abiogenesis. This theory suggests that simple organic molecules gradually combined to form more complex molecules, eventually leading to the first self-replicating organisms.

3. Are we alone in the universe?

This is a question that has fascinated humans for centuries. While we have not yet found definitive evidence of extraterrestrial life, many scientists believe that it is highly likely that there is life elsewhere in the vast universe. The discovery of exoplanets, some of which may have conditions favorable for life, has only increased this possibility.

4. Can life exist in extreme environments?

Yes, there is evidence that life can exist in extreme environments on Earth, such as in the depths of the ocean, in hot springs, and even in acidic or highly alkaline conditions. This suggests that life may be able to adapt and survive in a wide range of environments, increasing the possibility of finding life on other planets.

5. How do we search for life on other planets?

Scientists use a variety of methods to search for life on other planets, including studying the composition and atmosphere of planets, looking for signs of water, and searching for biomarkers (chemicals that indicate the presence of life). Space missions, such as the Mars Rover, also play a crucial role in the search for extraterrestrial life.

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