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Life Force (Noun)

Meaning

(biology) a hypothetical force (not physical or chemical) once thought by Henri Bergson to cause the evolution and development of organisms.

Classification

Nouns denoting natural phenomena.

Examples

  • Henri Bergson's concept of life_force was influential in shaping his philosophical views on evolution and development of living organisms.
  • Marine biologists studied the unique adaptations of deep-sea creatures, searching for evidence of Bergson's proposed life_force that could explain their incredible diversity.
  • Critics of Bergson's theory argued that his notion of life_force was too vague and unproven to be taken seriously by scientists.
  • In the early 20th century, some scientists believed that life_force could be the driving force behind the emergent properties of complex biological systems.
  • The concept of life_force was eventually replaced by more conclusive evidence from genetics and evolutionary biology, but its influence on philosophical and scientific thought remains significant.

Synonyms

  • Elan Vital
  • Vitality
  • Vital Force
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