Is Unified Field Theory the Key to Solving All Scientific Mysteries?

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The discussion centers on the concept of unified field theory, which aims to create a comprehensive framework that can explain and predict physical phenomena across various systems. Participants express curiosity about its significance in science, particularly its potential to unify quantum theory and general relativity, especially under extreme conditions like black holes and the Big Bang. There is a suggestion that discovering such a theory would be a monumental achievement in physics. Additionally, one participant humorously claims to know the solution to the theory, implying that sharing it could lead to significant recognition in the scientific community. The conversation encourages further exploration and dialogue on the topic, highlighting the importance of unified theories in advancing scientific understanding.
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Hi there people. Just wanted to bring up the idea of unified field theory and see what you think about it and so forth... create a dialogue or even a tryalogue.

Is it or is it not the general crown jewels of science to find a theory that can be applied to any system and therefore predict outcomes etc??

Does anyone know anything about this or have a comment?
 
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There are LOTS of online rsources...for a quick introduction try:

http://wiki.answers.com/Q/What_does_unification_in_physics_mean


GUT is basically trying to combine a quantum theory and General Relativity in a new formulation in extreme conditions where neither individual theory currently works ...due to extreme gravitational and mass densities...like black holes and "big bang"...
 
Thanx Naty1, but I was more interested in hearing peoples thoughts on it. I know what it is supposed to be and everything...

In fact I know what the solution to the theory is. :wink:
 
Whatever you do don't tell the people here. Write up a paper and submit it and kick back and bask in the glory. I knew if I waited around here long enough someone would come in and solve everything.
 

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