O que é vida?

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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



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