I have a really hard time believing that nuclear power is an ok source for human energy needs... I feel like we are setting ourselves up for disaster by creating all of these nuclear power plants all over the world. It makes me sad and nervous for myself and all of the children just coming into the world now who will probably have to deal with these and other issues of pollution and contamination.
I checked out the link for viruses. I am amazed by viruses. They are not technically alive... but they propel themselves through time and space. They contain DNA or RNA, not both, and have a protective capsule, but require a host for energy (ATP) and ribosomes which they hijack to produce their own proteins. It makes you wonder about our definition of living... What kind of consciousness can a virus have? Any? Are viruses creatures? The images of viruses on the link made them look like robots... so bizarre I cannot fathom the implications of the existence of viruses. They can be great metaphorically... I think we all know some creatures that do not seem creative, seem to feed off of others and not contribute, make you wonder if there's anyone in there with a conscience.
lol! love your comment about the viruses. I am also really amazed by viruses and how bizarre they are! And I was thinking the exact same thing how funny the website made them look like robots and the movie Transformers just popped into my mind.
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