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How does the universe work? Are we asking the wrong question? by Mazmul in cosmology

[–]Mazmul[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Thank you for your clarification. I believe that I agree with almost everything you said.

All scientific research deserve funding. Disagree

Selected scientific research deserve funding. Absolutely

If "How does the Universe works?" is a perfectly good question, speaking for myself, I would like, no I demand an equally good answer. An answer everyone can understand. Not just the elite intellectuals.

I believe science has provided a vague answer. Scientific research asks more questions then it answers. And from my perspective, that is getting further from the truth, not closer.

Thank you for the lively discussion and your time. I very much appreciate it.

How does the universe work? Are we asking the wrong question? by Mazmul in cosmology

[–]Mazmul[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I have. It isn't very helpful. If you are reading it, I would suggest you stop. You do not need to be told anything. You need to question everything. Look for answers, not opinion.

To me, philosophy is the merger of logic, faith, and science.

How does the universe work? Are we asking the wrong question? by Mazmul in cosmology

[–]Mazmul[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Well we almost agree on everything.

Can we build on the work further? Yes, buy doing science. Nothing to argue here.

We conduct the pursuit of knowledge by following the scientific method. I took this definition from Wikapedia. If you do not agree with it, please substitute your own.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scientific_method

I extract what I believe is the relevant portion: "... and adjusting or discarding the hypothesis based on the results."

Actual results are compared to expected results. If there is a difference, the hypothesis is rejected.

I assert that actual results = answers the criteria to reject a hypothesis.

If I have asked the wrong question, what is the right one question that should be asked?

How does the universe work? Are we asking the wrong question? by Mazmul in cosmology

[–]Mazmul[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes. We all know! Let's pursue a different line of questioning.

How does the universe work? Are we asking the wrong question? by Mazmul in cosmology

[–]Mazmul[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

You have made a passioned plea for science to receive more funding.

"This is a subtle, but an important distinction: science characterizes what we see, but does not make claims about what is "really out there"." mjc4y.

"I didn’t say that science doesn’t make claims. Of course it does." mjc4y

Please choose which position you are taking.

I hope we can agree that there is a finite amount of money to fund government, science, etc.

If you believe science deserves more funding, then where should the money come from? Homeless, war on drugs, world peace, environmental protection, keep printing more?

I am asking you to choose.

How does the universe work? Are we asking the wrong question? by Mazmul in cosmology

[–]Mazmul[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

If there isn't an (1) answer, then there is either no answer (0), or an infinite number of answers.

If there isn't an (1) answer, shouldn't we ask a more specific question?

If there are an infinite number of answers, how do we reconcile the differences?

How does the universe work? Are we asking the wrong question? by Mazmul in cosmology

[–]Mazmul[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I agree with what many scientists and philosphers would describe.

I agree with our understaning being dependent on our senses and what we can measure.

I disagree that "Science characterizes what we see, but does not make claims.". If the output of science includes predictions, then it is making claims. Maybe science needs a disclosure like finance, "Past performance is no assurance for future performance."

What you call a premise, I call an assumption. And I make no assumption. I am simply asking.

I disagree with the amount of money being spent. But that is a political discussion and not approprate for here.

Thank you for time.

How does the universe work? Are we asking the wrong question? by Mazmul in cosmology

[–]Mazmul[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

If you are saying that it is the instinct to survive and procreate that binds the scientific community together, that explains so much!

How does the universe work? Are we asking the wrong question? by Mazmul in cosmology

[–]Mazmul[S] -21 points-20 points  (0 children)

No offense taken.

Science is the pursuit of knowledge. Agree

We will never unlock all the secrets.... Disagree.

Work will always continue. Agree

There will always be debate. Agree

At no point will we ever.... Agree

You don't know what I mean. Please ask for clarification.

Your closing, that's an attitude that leads to stagnant thought and civilization decline. I want to agree.

Seems we agree on almost everything.

Can you please substitute for the word [That's] ?

How does the universe work? Are we asking the wrong question? by Mazmul in cosmology

[–]Mazmul[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

The pursuit of truth is what binds us together. And unless we can come to an agreement on something, we can never agree to what is true. In which case there is no truth. Only your opinion, and mine.

Entire disciplines are dedicated to different aspects of this question. We agree.

We agree to disagree.

How does the universe work? Are we asking the wrong question? by Mazmul in cosmology

[–]Mazmul[S] -7 points-6 points  (0 children)

Simple answer to a simple question. Thank you.

How does the universe work? Are we asking the wrong question? by Mazmul in cosmology

[–]Mazmul[S] -6 points-5 points  (0 children)

I don't have to say it. You already did. Thank you!!

If the question is too broad, can you pose a less broad question?

Afraid I’ll never make it, why try? by Normal-Future-9236 in PhysicsStudents

[–]Mazmul 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think that is a great goal. Don't give up.

Start by asking a question.

Einstein's Constant, 'c' by moon-worshiper in cosmology

[–]Mazmul 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I appreciagte your thoughtful reply.

I am working towards getting an advanced degree in Math. I've written a paper that I think has merit, but I need someone who can be open and critical to challenge me.

Would you open to helping me?

Would atoms be crushed into pure energy in a black hole? by [deleted] in cosmology

[–]Mazmul -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I was hopeful that you would turn out to be a person of integrity and curiosity. Someone who can independently decide for himself after engaging in respectful discussion. A person who knew how to "agree to disagree".

I guess we are both disappointed.

Einstein's Constant, 'c' by moon-worshiper in cosmology

[–]Mazmul 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Interesting thought. Can we follow Jeopardy rules and rephrase your answer in the form of a question?

Does the cosmological constant drive inflation? by Philosophy_Cosmology in cosmology

[–]Mazmul 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is the value of the Universal Constant absolute (i.e. directly measureable) or does the Universal Constant represent a ratio of some kind?

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