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if zeno's paradoxes are true and motion is impossible, then how does an electron reach the electrostatic field of another electron?
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Zeno's paradoxes are not considered true, as they are based on flawed premises about motion. The discussion highlights that motion is evident in everyday actions, such as typing. The concept of instantaneous velocity has been identified as a key factor in resolving these paradoxes. The mathematical understanding of limits has evolved, disproving Zeno's claims. Ultimately, the consensus is that Zeno's paradoxes do not pose a real challenge to the concept of motion.
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Johnny5454 said:
Motion is possible. Your fingers moved as you typed your message, did they not?
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False premise. That was easy...Johnny5454 said:
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Yeah. I'm not sure what the problem is here. They aren't true.
I believe it was the invention/discovery of instantaneous velocity that solved them.
His paradoxen are based on the assumption that, if one measures the velocity of an object at an instant in time (i.e. duration = zero), one must get velocity of zero. Not true.
I believe it was the invention/discovery of instantaneous velocity that solved them.
His paradoxen are based on the assumption that, if one measures the velocity of an object at an instant in time (i.e. duration = zero), one must get velocity of zero. Not true.
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None of the Zeno's paradox is in fact a paradox. He simply created infinite series from simple situations, but the mathematics about limits was evolved enough to solve the problems he had created.
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Johnny5454 said:
As several posters have already remarked, they aren't.
Since the OP question is based on a mistaken premise, this thread is closed.