[budj]

I always thought the 2nd law of thermodynamics stated that natural processes tended toward greater randomness (entropy).

That would preclude the organization required for production of the chemicals of life.

[sparklite2]

I always thought the 2nd law of thermodynamics stated that natural processes tended toward greater randomness (entropy).
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It's true.  The universe, as a closed system, will eventually die of entropy.
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That would preclude the organization required for production of the chemicals of life.
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You believe this because the poltroons who tell you this leave out the crucial predicate, ie, a closed system. The addition of solar energy to the earth makes it 'not closed.'