Life Layer

Life

Layer E₂ defines life through two categorical predicates: Distinction (self/non-self boundary) and SelfDesc (internal evaluator). From this conjunction, all seven classical hallmarks follow as theorems.

8 Modules

Definition

• E2-001: Life Defined — Life = Distinction + SelfDesc — two predicates from which all seven hallmarks follow.
• E2-002: Layer Separation — Life is genuinely E₂ — the neutron star counterexample proves the gap is real.
• E2-003: Seven Hallmarks as Theorems — Organization, metabolism, homeostasis, growth, reproduction, response, evolution — all derived.

Sectors

• E2-004: The 4+1 Life Sectors — Persistence, Agency, Source, Closure, Consumer — the same template that produces four forces.

Biology

• E2-005: Genetic Code & Central Dogma — DNA→RNA→Protein as categorical morphism; codon degeneracy as error correction.
• E2-006: Neural Architecture & Consciousness Bridge — The nervous system as τ³ computer; sleep as temporal lemniscate; consciousness at E₂.
• E2-008: Evolution & Speciation — Evolution as PPAS optimization; speciation via τ³ bifurcation.

Cosmic Life

• E2-007: Crossing-Limit Theorem — The BH merger net converges to ι_τ — the universe tends toward maximal aliveness.