Future has already known or not

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In summary, the conversation discusses how physics deals with the concept of future knowledge and the limitations on what can be known. While there are theories and advancements in predicting future states, the complexity of many systems makes it difficult to accurately predict the future.
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In physics there is any study about future knowledge If you have any ideas can you tell me I know some studies but Iam not sure about them.

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There are theories in physics which detail the limits of what one can reasonably know about future measurements (e.g. quantum uncertainty principle, chaotic dynamics in classical physics), but there isn't a specific branch of physics dedicated to future knowledge.

In some ways, all of physics is a study about future knowledge. Given the present information of a system, and our theories describing how a system evolves in time, we can make reasonably good guesses about the future state of that system. Over time, physicists are also getting better at saying just how good those guesses can be.

Physics can't tell you very much about the future, though, because most systems (i.e. kittens) are much much too complicated to be described at the elementary level.
 
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Thanks for your help.
 

1. Is it scientifically possible for the future to already be known?

There is no scientific evidence to suggest that the future is already known. Many scientists believe that the future is constantly changing and cannot be predicted with certainty.

2. Are there any theories or explanations for how the future could already be known?

Some theories suggest that the future may be predetermined by factors such as fate or a higher power. However, these are not scientifically proven and are largely based on personal beliefs.

3. Can certain individuals or groups of people know the future before it happens?

While some people may claim to have psychic abilities or the ability to see the future, there is no scientific evidence to support these claims. It is more likely that these individuals are making educated guesses or using manipulation tactics rather than truly knowing the future.

4. How do scientists approach the concept of the future already being known?

Scientists typically view the future as unpredictable and constantly changing. They use data, research, and experimentation to make predictions about potential future outcomes, but these are not definite and can change based on new information.

5. Can the future be influenced or changed if it is already known?

If the future is truly predetermined, then it cannot be influenced or changed. However, if the future is constantly changing, then our actions and decisions can impact the outcome. This is a subject of debate and there is no clear answer within the scientific community.

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