Are all arrows of time special cases of the thermodynamic one?

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The discussion centers on the relationship between various arrows of time, specifically the thermodynamic, psychological, and cosmological arrows. It concludes that the psychological arrow of time is a direct consequence of the thermodynamic arrow, while the cosmological arrow operates independently. The conversation also touches on additional arrows of time, including the radiative, causal, particle physics (weak), and quantum arrows, highlighting their distinct characteristics and implications.

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  • Understanding of thermodynamics and its principles
  • Familiarity with the concept of arrows of time in physics
  • Knowledge of cosmology and its implications on time
  • Basic grasp of quantum mechanics and its relation to time
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Are all arrows of time special cases of the thermodynamic one? The arrows of time I am referring to are the psychological arrow of time and the cosmological arrow of time. Thanks.
 
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In short, the psychological arrow of time is a consequence of the thermodynamic one. The cosmological arrow of time isn't.
 

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