Perpetual Motion: The Bottomless Pit

Thread starter 2112
Start date Feb 3, 2007

AI Thread Summary

Perpetual motion and the concept of bottomless pits are discussed, emphasizing that perpetual motion is scientifically impossible. The conversation highlights the distinction between scientific principles and theological interpretations, noting that while some may reference the Bible regarding bottomless pits, such discussions belong in a theology context rather than a science forum. The focus remains on the scientific consensus against the feasibility of perpetual motion.

Feb 3, 2007

2112

=Perpetual Motion?

Physics news on Phys.org

Feb 3, 2007

Ivan Seeking

Staff Emeritus

Science Advisor

Gold Member

There is no such thing as perpetual motion or bottomless pits.

Feb 4, 2007

2112

Although not a religeous fellow, doesn't the bible say that perpetual motion, Oh so sorry I mean the bottomless pit exist?

Feb 4, 2007

Ivan Seeking

Staff Emeritus

Science Advisor

Gold Member

This is a science forum. You would need to post in a theology forum for that answer.

Thread '15 Years at PF!'

Hey all. Looks like my 15 year anniversary of joining PF happened yesterday (while my internet was down). Just wanted to say thanks to everyone, staff and non-staff, for helping make PF such a wonderful community over the years. Here's to everyone at PF, current, past, or future. Cheers!

View full post »

Thread 'Collection of Lame Jokes'

Lamest joke you know ... :zzz:

View full post »

Thread 'Today I Learned'

Every day we learn new things. Sometimes it's just a small fact or realization. No matter how trivial or random, let's start recording our daily lessons. Please start off with "Today I learned". Keep commentary to a minimum and just LIKE posts. I'll start! Today I learned that you clean up a white hat by spraying some cleaner with bleach on it (rinse before putting it back on your head!)

View full post »