Fundamental equations that are at the root of all physics?

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The discussion centers on the existence of fundamental equations that underpin all of physics. Conservation laws, particularly conservation of energy, are highlighted as potentially the most fundamental principles. However, it is noted that physics has not been fully resolved into a few simple equations, indicating that the field is still evolving. The consensus suggests that while there are key equations, a complete unification of physics remains unattained. Overall, the quest for fundamental equations continues, reflecting the complexity of the discipline.
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Hi all :D,
Is there such a thing as fundamental equations that are at the root of all physics?

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If yes- then please provide a link to it if possible. Thanks
 
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One could argue that the conservation of energy (or conservation laws in general) is the most fundamental statement possible in physics. The most general form of this is likely from thermodynamics, which make no assumptions as to the nature of energy or ponderable matter.
 


quddusaliquddus said:
Hi all :D,
Is there such a thing as fundamental equations that are at the root of all physics?

There are a lot of equations that show up in many places in physics. If your question is whether all of physics has been completely solved, and can now be described by a few simple equations, the answer is no. You're a few thousand years too early for that. :wink:
 
So I know that electrons are fundamental, there's no 'material' that makes them up, it's like talking about a colour itself rather than a car or a flower. Now protons and neutrons and quarks and whatever other stuff is there fundamentally, I want someone to kind of teach me these, I have a lot of questions that books might not give the answer in the way I understand. Thanks
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