TIL In de Chardin's framework (early 20th century), noogenesis represents the 4th major stage of evolution. Marking the point where reflective human thought beg... (opens in new tab)

Covers TIL that Carl von Linné's remains constitute the type specimen for *Homo Sapiens*Discussed on r/todayilearned

The noösphere is the sum-total of mental activity which emerges out of a complex biosphere, and in this essay Teilhard describes how our planet is growing its very own mind.

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