Rationally Speaking #222 - Spencer Greenberg and Seth Cottrell on "Ask a Mathematician, Ask a Physicist"
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The Nature of Naturalness in Physics and Mathematics
This chapter explores the philosophical concept of naturalness in theoretical physics, examining how theories should avoid artificial constructs. Through historical examples like planetary motion and mathematical intricacies, the conversation highlights the relationship between mathematical frameworks and physical reality. Additionally, it discusses the flexibility of mathematical definitions and their practical applications in understanding patterns in nature.
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