Can entropy be defined for, and the Second Law applied to living systems?

TL;DR

This paper argues that entropy and the Second Law of Thermodynamics cannot be applied to living systems or biological phenomena, challenging common assumptions in the field.

Contribution

It provides a critical analysis demonstrating the inapplicability of entropy and the Second Law to living systems, offering a new perspective on thermodynamics in biology.

Findings

Entropy and the Second Law are not applicable to living systems.

Living phenomena cannot be described by traditional thermodynamic concepts.

Challenges the conventional view of thermodynamics in biological contexts.

Abstract

This article provides answers to the questions posed in the title. Contrary to the most common views, we show that neither the entropy, nor the Second Law may be used for either living systems, or to life phenomenon.