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Brian's avatar

Brilliant...just the kind of sci speculation that is a joy to read and informative.

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Sam Clamons's avatar

Thank you! I'm pleased you hit something out of it. =)

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Performative Bafflement's avatar

I've always wanted to see this analysis since reading Nancy Kress' *Beggars in Spain* trilogy many many years ago, wherein they modify people to be photosynthetic and to get the rest of the calories / nutrients needed from standing in dirt.

Sounds like they'll be absorbing a lot of dirt-calories!

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