You make some valid points. Consciousness is a complex phenomenon that we do not fully understand, and it is unlikely that modifying or removing individual neurons would leave consciousness intact. Consciousness seems to depend on the emergent properties of complex neural networks, not individual neurons.

There is some evidence that consciousness works on the level of single neurons. For example, studies have shown that certain neurons in the brain respond to specific stimuli, such as a particular image or sound, and that these responses can be correlated with conscious perception. However, this does not mean that individual neurons are responsible for consciousness, but rather that they are part of the larger neural network that gives rise to consciousness.

Emergent properties of complex systems do depend on the interactions between many components, not just individual components. However, individual components can play a critical role in determining the emergent properties of the system.

The type of components is also important. Biological neurons are a specific type of component that have the necessary biological machinery to contribute to consciousness. Non-biological objects, such as rocks, do not have this machinery and cannot exhibit consciousness.

Without evidence, it is not reasonable to accept that consciousness can be maintained or produced in any system by incremental changes. We should rely on what we know about biology and neuroscience to guide our understanding of consciousness and its underlying mechanisms.

In conclusion, a more measured perspective is needed on the nature of consciousness and what gives rise to it. While we may not fully understand it, we should rely on evidence-based approaches to guide our understanding and avoid jumping to conclusions based on unsupported logical arguments.
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