What is the functionalist view on consciousness in non-living systems?

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What is the functionalist view on consciousness in non-living systems?

The functionalist view on consciousness in non-living systems is that they do not possess consciousness. According to functionalism, consciousness is a result of the functional organization and processes of a living system, particularly the brain. Non-living systems lack the necessary functional organization and processes to generate consciousness.