What are the limits of science in exploring the mysteries of the universe?

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In summary, the ultimate limit of scientific exploration in the universe is unknown and may always remain a mystery. Science is unlikely to fully explain all of the mysteries of the universe, as new discoveries and questions will continue to arise. There are also limitations to what science can discover, such as technological or physical barriers. The human perspective can both aid and limit our ability to explore the mysteries of the universe. While scientific theories and models can provide valuable insights, they may not fully capture the complexity of the universe and may need to be revised as our understanding grows.
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Hello everyone,

My name is Alan Lee and I am an electronic engineer.
I am passionate about physics more than electronic engineering so I want to seek the truths of the universe in this forum.
 
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Welcome to the PF, Alan. :smile:
 
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Hi Davenn

I am seeking the ultimate truths of the universe no matter how hard it is.

Doesn't physics is about asking all kinds of fundamental questions and trying to answer them?

Doesn't physics seek to explain everything in the universe?

Regards.
 
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alan123hk said:
Hi Davenn

I am seeking the ultimate truths of the universe no matter how hard it is.

Doesn't physics is about asking all kinds of fundamental questions and trying to answer them?

Doesn't physics seek to explain everything in the universe?

Regards.
Sure. But it's easy to get caught up in all kinds of philosophy and pop-science and pseudo-science if you don't take the time to learn the basics of science well, and then more advanced mainstream science from reputable sources. You can't just skip over lots of important learning of the basics and start trying to discuss QM and intelligence. And that's what Dave and others are trying to be sure you understand.
 
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alan123hk said:
Hi Davenn

I am seeking the ultimate truths of the universe no matter how hard it is.

Doesn't physics is about asking all kinds of fundamental questions and trying to answer them?

Doesn't physics seek to explain everything in the universe?

Regards.
These questions are much too philosophical for this forum. This forum is for learning physics. It's for students and newcomers to physics. Members can help out these newcomers to learn physics.

If we began to jumble up questions like these, do you think newcomers would be able to understand what was going on? This forum isn't for these questions, you can find some other pseudoscience or philosophy forums and post there instead.
 
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These questions are much too philosophical for this forum.
Agreed.

@alan123hk -- please re-read the rules link under INFO at the top of the page. We can help you a lot in your learning, but we do have very definite themes and guidelines that we enforce here to help your learning process..

Enjoy the PF. :smile:
 

Related to What are the limits of science in exploring the mysteries of the universe?

1. What is the ultimate limit of scientific exploration in the universe?

The ultimate limit of scientific exploration in the universe is unknown, as our understanding of the universe is constantly evolving and expanding. There may always be mysteries and questions that science may not be able to fully answer.

2. Can science ever fully explain the mysteries of the universe?

It is unlikely that science will ever be able to fully explain all of the mysteries of the universe. As we continue to make new discoveries and advancements, new questions and mysteries will also arise.

3. Are there any limitations to what science can discover in the universe?

Yes, there are limitations to what science can discover in the universe. For example, some phenomena may be beyond our current technology or understanding, and some areas of the universe may be too far or too dangerous for us to explore.

4. How does the human perspective affect our ability to explore the mysteries of the universe?

The human perspective can both aid and limit our ability to explore the mysteries of the universe. Our curiosity and desire to understand the universe drive scientific exploration, but our biases and limited perception may also hinder our understanding of the universe.

5. Can scientific theories and models fully capture the complexity of the universe?

While scientific theories and models can provide valuable insights and explanations for the workings of the universe, they are simplified representations and may not fully capture the complexity of the universe. As our understanding grows, these theories and models may also need to be revised or replaced.

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