Does order increase or decrease?

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The discussion explores whether the universe becomes more or less complex over time, questioning its relation to thermodynamics. While the formation of galaxies, stars, and planets may suggest increased complexity, the underlying reality is that overall disorder, or entropy, is increasing. This perspective highlights that while localized order can occur, it often results in greater disorder elsewhere. The analogy of a dropped glass illustrates how adding order in one area leads to increased chaos in another. Ultimately, the conversation emphasizes that the universe's trend is toward greater disorder despite appearances of complexity.
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as we move forth in time, does the universe become more or less complex? is this related to the theory of thermodynamics? I just need a brief explanation I'm a bit confused.
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hi phy_freak!:smile:

i suppose you're thinking that, going forward in time, galaxies are created, stars are created, planets are created, and so on …

which looks like more complexity (less disorder), doesn't it?

but it's like a magician distracting you…

you're so busy loooking at the pretty stuff that you don't notice that everything else is getting more disordered much faster! :biggrin:
 
Just think on a small scale about what happens if you drop a glass full of water onto the floor - it sure doesn't get more organized and you'll find that every time you add order to something you've taken it away from something else in the process.
 
I think it's easist first to watch a short vidio clip I find these videos very relaxing to watch .. I got to thinking is this being done in the most efficient way? The sand has to be suspended in the water to move it to the outlet ... The faster the water , the more turbulance and the sand stays suspended, so it seems to me the rule of thumb is the hose be aimed towards the outlet at all times .. Many times the workers hit the sand directly which will greatly reduce the water...
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