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The final categorization is the least interesting part though. If we understand the origins and mechanics of how the once parasitic organism became an integral
by colechristensen 2y ago
The final categorization is the least interesting part though. If we understand the origins and mechanics of how the once parasitic organism became an integral part of almost all complex life, does arguing the semantics of what label you put on it really add much value?
To reframe it: what you’re really doing is arguing about the definition of alive. In this case my opinion is: who cares. I fail to see how expanding the definition or being precise here adds anything.
- opello 2y ago> does arguing the semantics of what label you put on it really add much value Refining the definition of something often helps provoke new understanding and tests of the limit of that refinement. It seems like a critical requirement in the "form a hypothesis" step of the scientific method.
- rgbswan 2y agoi might be wrong but corporations/institutions never sponsor R&D in all directions so framing/phrasing is vital. but, from a philosophical pov, I agree with you.