Ep 224: Shapes, Time, and Holism - by Julian Barbour
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Unraveling Space-Time and Particle Dynamics
This chapter explores the complexities of space-time, examining concepts like causal compactification and the Janus point in cosmic models. It discusses the behavior of particles during the Big Bang, challenges conventional ideas about entropy and Newtonian physics, and introduces radical theories of gravitational influences on particle configurations. Emphasizing central configurations and the implications of energy and angular momentum, the chapter connects mathematical insights with philosophical reflections on the nature of the universe.
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