Claim THR-08
Claim THR-08
A human body contains roughly seven octillion (7 x 10^27) atoms.
- Its mark
- Known. Supported by robust, replicated evidence and accepted by the relevant scientific mainstream. Solid ground.
- Basis
- calculation. A derived figure whose value depends on stated assumptions.
- Where it appears in the book
- Chapter 1, There Is No Such Thing as an Ordinary Person and Prologue, A Moment on a Train
- How it was checked
- Checked from reference; source to be re-checked
Sources
- Alwis, H. The Cathedral: Detailed Notes on the Text (manuscript, March 2026 version in the World Systems project).
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