
#119 Jim Al-Khalili - The Strange World of Quantum Physics
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The Nature of Time and Entropy
This chapter explores the 'arrow of time' and its relationship with entropy, highlighting how time inherently progresses towards disorder. It examines the tension between the symmetrical laws of physics and the observable increase of entropy, ultimately linking these concepts to the Big Bang and the probabilistic nature of physical systems. The discussion also touches upon quantum mechanics, the emergence of complex properties, and the search for a unified theory of reality.
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