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Is it possible that the phenonenon of conscuousness could arise from other natural... things?

e.g. is it possible for consciousness to occur in a swamp if certain chemicals mix? Or for space debree and gasses are arranged a certain way? Or for the whole universe to be conscious?

What definition of consciousness do these people use? It seems strange to think of a proton as being conscious!

Have there been any down-sides to increased rate of immigration in recent years? If so, what are some of the down sides? What are the up sides?