Journal of Biomolecular Structure and Dynamics
Volume 29, 2011 - Issue 2
Vocabulary of Definitions of Life Suggests a Definition
Edward N. Trifonov
Pages 259-266 | Received 17 Mar 2011, Published online: 11 Jul 2012
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Abstract
Analysis of the vocabulary of 123 tabulated definitions of life reveals nine groups of defining terms (definientia) of which the groups (self-)reproduction and evolution (variation) appear as the minimal set for a concise and inclusive definition: Life is self-reproduction with variations.
Key words: Consensus, Definientia , Evolution, Origin of life, Self-reproduction, Variations, Vocabulary
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