What can a good physicist/mathematician do?

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The discussion revolves around the practical applications and potential contributions of individuals who have mastered physics and mathematics. It explores the scope of what such expertise enables in various contexts.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification, Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant suggests that mastering physics and mathematics allows individuals to engage in practical applications of these fields.
  • Another participant humorously questions the quantification of potential applications, implying that the answer is not straightforward.
  • Some participants assert that individuals can perform tasks related to physics and/or mathematics.
  • A participant provocatively mentions the creation of nuclear bombs, suggesting extreme applications of such knowledge, while also noting that this has already been accomplished.
  • Another participant humorously proposes the idea of "Q-bombs" as a potential new application.

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Participants express varying views on the practical applications of mastery in physics and mathematics, with no consensus reached on specific outcomes or limitations.

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The discussion includes speculative and humorous elements, which may affect the seriousness of the claims made regarding practical applications.

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What can someone who mastered physics and mathematics to a great extend do, practically?
 
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MrDocat said:
What can someone who mastered physics and mathematics to a great extend do, practically?

How long is a piece of string?

In other words, pure potential and possibility is not easy to quantify or answer in a useful manner for your question.
 
Practically, they can do physics and mathematics.
 
They can do physics and/or mathematics.
 
Nuclear bombs...

Oh wait a minute it has been done already, so maybe Q-bombs.
 

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