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History of Science & Technology Q&A (May 7, 2025)

The Stephen Wolfram Podcast

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Exploring Historical Perspectives on Space Discreteness

This chapter explores the evolving theories of notable physicists like Einstein, Bohr, and Heisenberg on the nature of space, tracing their initial belief in its discreteness to a later acceptance of continuity. It highlights the historical challenges and significance of their theoretical endeavors despite the lack of success in their models.

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