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256 - Tim Maudlin: A Masterclass on the Philosophy of Time

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Symmetries and Time in Physics

This chapter investigates the roles of physical invariance and symmetry in the realm of physics, focusing on concepts like rotational symmetry and time reversal invariance. It discusses how discrepancies in experimental results can reveal unaccounted variables, and contrasts classical and quantum mechanics regarding symmetries like CPT. The narrative also challenges listeners to ponder the inherent directionality of time in various physical laws and the implications for our understanding of thermodynamics and statistical mechanics.

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