Is Everything in Our Universe Fundamentally Wave-Based?

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The discussion centers on the concept that various phenomena, including light, sound, electricity, gravity, and magnetism, can be described as waveforms. Participants explore the idea that everything is fundamentally made of energy, leading to the perception that these diverse elements share a commonality. The notion of reality resembling a "holodeck" is introduced, suggesting a deeper philosophical inquiry into the nature of existence. The conversation also touches on the distinction between actual waves and phenomena described by wave functions, emphasizing that while similarities exist among these concepts, they are not identical. The dialogue highlights the complexity of understanding these relationships within the framework of physics and philosophy.
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why is everything waves?

light,sound,electricity,gravity,magnetic,radio all waveforms.

why is everything made from energy(atoms)?,it all seems to made out of the same/similar stuff

why do i get the feeling this is all part of some giant HOLODECK?

http://www.spaceandmotion.com/Wolff-Wave-Structure-Matter.htm
 
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mmm... electromagnetic waves... 1 thing... encompasses 3 of the things you listed. Also, 2 of those thing's aren't even waves, they're just easily described by wave functions.
 
Pengwuino said:
mmm... electromagnetic waves... 1 thing... encompasses 3 of the things you listed. Also, 2 of those thing's aren't even waves, they're just easily described by wave functions.

you must admit atleast a strong similarity?
 
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you must admit atleast a strong similarity?
So what? Similarity is not identity.
 
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