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This note aims to explore the conceptual foundations influencing perceptions of identical Earths, without asserting specific claims.

January 16, 2026Open Access

The Illusion of an Identical Earth

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This note aims to explore the conceptual foundations influencing perceptions of identical Earths, without asserting specific claims.
Examines human-centered intuitions about planetary identity
Distinguishes between planetary characteristics and human relevance
Repositions the inquiry surrounding identical Earths
Clarifies how identical Earths are often linked to shared histories and environments
Challenges the notion of such worlds existing alike
Encourages questioning rather than definitive conclusions about planetary identity

Abstract

This note explores why identical Earths are often imagined as sharing the same history and environment, rather than questioning whether such worlds exist. It does not present a claim or hypothesis, but examines the human-centered intuitions that shape how planetary identity is interpreted. By distinguishing between planetary identity and human relevance, the discussion repositions the question rather than attempting to resolve it. Contact : qwerza12mn@gmail.com

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Jaeho Ryu (Wed,) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6969d4fd940543b977709da0 https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18241587

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