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Do Tables & Chairs Really Exist? Controversy over Ordinary Objects
Over the last few decades, a relatively new philosophical controversy has arisen: Do tables and chairs, sticks and stones, really exist? Amie Thomasson said. Although questioning the existence of ordinary objects may seem crazy to outsiders, understanding how this controversy could arise and what’s at stake in resolving it can reveal a lot about what’s going on in contemporary metaphysics.
Metaphysics - Ordinary Objects
Quantum Mechanics for Kids: A Humorous, Easy-to-Read, Math-Free Book on a Very Perplexing Subject
When you look at particles smaller than atoms, things can get weird… very weird. You are transferred into a world where particles can be waves, waves can be particles, and atoms are “up” and “down.” This book explores what seems like science fiction but is mathematically and scientifically sound. So, get ready to dive deep into a world where codes are unbreakable, computers use atoms to process data, and hypothetical cats are dead and alive: the world of quantum physics.
How Animals Use Earth’s Magnetic Field to Navigate | Nature’s GPS Explained
This comprehensive lecture explains magnetoreception in birds, sharks, and rays, exploring biological sensory proteins like cryptochrome and the impact of electromagnetic interference. It is suitable for those interested in biology and physics, and can inspire programming models for bio-inspired navigation systems.
Quantum Odyssey: Quantum Computing Game
Astro Boy (2009)
An animated film set in Metro City, where a grieving scientist creates a robot boy with incredible powers. The movie implicitly showcases advanced calculus, physics, and spatial reasoning, relevant to robotics, city design, and the application of mathematical modeling and geometry in a futuristic context.
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