Planck Measurements: Meaning or Trite Observation?

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Start date Jun 9, 2015
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The discussion centers on the significance of Planck measurements, questioning whether they hold broader meaning or are merely trivial observations. Participants debate the notion of Planck units as indivisible, with some asserting that they do not represent a consensus. The Planck resistance, noted to be approximately 30 ohms, is highlighted as not being an absolute unit, as various resistances exist in nature and everyday life. The conversation reflects a skepticism about the philosophical implications of Planck measurements. Ultimately, the relevance of these measurements remains contentious among participants.

Jun 9, 2015

Gaz1982

Does anyone here ascribe any particular broader meaning to them?

Is that they represent indivisible units a consensus of sorts?

Do they have real meaning or are they a kind of trite observation?

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Jun 9, 2015

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The are most certainly not some sort of indivisible unit. The Planck resistance is about 30 ohms. Larger and smaller resistances occur in nature - or the hardware store.

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