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Rationality and the Quest for Understanding
This chapter explores the concepts of rationality, focusing on the dual processes of frame making and breaking in scientific paradigms. Through historical comparisons between Newton and Einstein, it emphasizes the role of metaphor in explaining complex theories and highlights ongoing challenges in reconciling quantum mechanics with relativity. The discussion further delves into the nature of predictive power in science and the intricate relationship between information, complexity, and the universal laws governing reality.