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> It is interesting to note that all higher lifeforms have evolved to die (presumably to avoid out-competing their descendants).

I think we need to substantiate this more. Where does "higher" lifeform begin? And is this statement really true?

There are trees older than 4k years and some whales become 200 years old.




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