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Are all life forms relatively symmetrical?

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As far as the other life forms like Plants and Fungi, no, not symmetrical; even those that appear to be have root systems that are not. Holly Roots, mushroom roots … they are all asymmetrical. The same with amoebas and such. I think that pretty much covers everything on the tree of life! It's a big tree. read more

originally appeared on Quora: the place to gain and share knowledge, empowering people to learn from others and better understand the world. Answer by Stefan Pociask, wildlife research/rehab, on Quora: No, all animals are not symmetrical, and here are some of the more well-known examples: Various crabs. read more

Surely you jest. Nope, I’m perfectly serious. Your heart is not in the middle. You digestive system is not symmetrical. read more

Among all forms of life, there is ubiquitous asymmetry because they use Left-handed molecules (chirality) as food and as a building block. Assuming by"higher life forms" you mean multicellular organisms, and by symmetry you mean anatomical symmetry, I'd say there is no fundamental reason that you can find symmetry. read more

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