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How Many Numbers Exist? Infinity Proof Moves Math Closer to an Answer.

Sep 30, 2021
27:44
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
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2
The New Proof of the Continuum Hypothesis
01:57 • 2min
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3
Infinity Comes in Many Sizes
03:48 • 6min
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Axioms Do Not Solve Cantor's Conjecture
09:20 • 3min
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The Axiom Star Is a Bright Source of Structure, Source of Light
12:43 • 5min
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The Logic of Star From Martin's Maximum Double Plus
17:19 • 3min
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Is the Consistency Axis True?
20:06 • 5min
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Infinite Math - A Choice Your Own Adventure Story
24:43 • 3min
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For 50 years, mathematicians have believed that the total number of real numbers is unknowable. A new proof suggests otherwise.

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