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Understanding our weird Universe: common sense won't save you (Free Astronomy Public Lectures)
Category: Education
Duration: 01:12:49
Publish Date: 2013-06-16 09:00:00
Description: Presented by Dr Jonathan Whitmore on 17th May 2013

Two foundational physical theories of science: Quantum Physics and General Relativity are counterintuitive descriptions of reality. They also form the foundation upon which much of our modern technology depends: from MRI machines, to lasers, to GPS. The methods of science are not the methods of common sense -- in fact, relying on common sense will almost assuredly lead down a false path. This talk will include a brief history of the scientific method, its stunning successes over the centuries. It will conclude with examples of some of the strange features of both Quantum Physics and General Relativity.
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