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What did Owen Gingerich describe as the most complex physical object known to us in the entire cosmos?
What did Owen Gingerich describe as the most complex physical object known to us in the entire cosmos?
What is the approximate duration of a human lifetime in the scale of outer space?
What is the approximate duration of a human lifetime in the scale of outer space?
What is the central focus of psychological science?
What is the central focus of psychological science?
What aspect of human consciousness remains a profound mystery?
What aspect of human consciousness remains a profound mystery?
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What is the comparison made to describe the relative significance of human existence?
What is the comparison made to describe the relative significance of human existence?
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Study Notes
The Human Brain and Consciousness
- The human brain is considered the most complex physical object in the entire cosmos, according to astronomer Owen Gingerich (2006).
- In comparison to the vastness of outer space, humans are insignificant, equivalent to a single grain of sand on all the oceans' beaches.
- The human lifetime is relatively short, lasting only a nanosecond in the grand scale of time.
- The human consciousness, or the mind arising from matter, remains a profound and mysterious phenomenon.
- The interplay between one's thinking, emotions, and actions, as well as their interactions with others, is a fascinating and complex area of study.
The Importance of Inner Space
- While outer space is enormous and awe-inspiring, inner space is equally captivating and mysterious.
- The study of inner space, or the human mind, is the focus of psychological science.
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Explore the complexity of the human brain and the mystery of consciousness, as described by astronomer Owen Gingerich. Learn about the awe-inspiring inner space of our minds.
