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AMA | April 2022

Sean Carroll's Mindscape: Science, Society, Philosophy, Culture, Arts, and Ideas

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Exploring Time and Emergence in Physics

This chapter investigates the complexities of time in physics, challenging the notion of its inherent direction while exploring the relationship between time and entropy. It also delves into the concept of emergence within biophysics, distinguishing between strong and weak emergence and their implications in various contexts. Additionally, the chapter addresses the careful application of quantum physics to social sciences and the conditions for intelligent life, providing a philosophical lens on decision-making and measurement in quantum mechanics.

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