To measure nature with absolute certainty -

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The discussion revolves around the concept of measuring nature with absolute certainty, exploring the philosophical implications of measurement and certainty in science. It includes humorous exchanges and reflections on the nature of poetry and art in relation to scientific measurement.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Conceptual clarification
  • Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant asserts that to measure nature with absolute certainty, a tool of absolute certainty is required, which they claim does not exist.
  • Several participants engage humorously with the original post, suggesting they will find a ruler with sufficient precision to measure the abstract point being made.
  • There is a playful exchange regarding the nature of poetry, with one participant questioning the rhyme scheme and another referencing a specific comedic poem.
  • A participant expresses a negative view of the discussion, labeling it as "stupid in so many different ways."

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally engage in humor and light-hearted banter, but there is no consensus on the serious implications of measuring certainty or the value of the original post's philosophical claim.

Contextual Notes

The discussion includes humorous remarks that may detract from serious engagement with the topic of measurement and certainty, leading to a mix of light-hearted and critical responses.

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MEASURE

To measure nature with absolute certainty,
one would need a tool of absolute certainty.
Unfortunately for science,
there is no such thing!
Measure?

MJA​
 
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I'll be right back - I'm going to see if I can find a ruler with sufficient precision to measure your point...
 
I don't think you can rhyme certainty with itself, or is this one of those kind of poems that don't rhyme?:confused:
 
russ_watters said:
I'll be right back - I'm going to see if I can find a ruler with sufficient precision to measure your point...

and a true point it is: no dimension; no depth. (punch-line drums please):biggrin:
 
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russ_watters said:
I'll be right back - I'm going to see if I can find a ruler with sufficient precision to measure your point...

Thanks for the Friday afternoon laugh! Too funny :smile:
 
What's with today and humor on this board? I like it :approve:

EDIT: My "I like it" remark was to russ_watters
 
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Ok... this is stupid in so many different ways.
 
russ_watters said:
I'll be right back - I'm going to see if I can find a ruler with sufficient precision to measure your point...
OK. That was funny.

You obviously just can not appreciate art. The only poems I like are the ones Mike Meyers did in So I married an Axe Murderer.
 

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