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“In quantum mechanics there is A causing B. The equations do not stand outside that usual paradigm of physics. The real issue is that the kinds of things you predict in quantum mechanics are different from the kinds of things you predict using general relativity. Quantum mechanics, that big, new…” quote by Brian Greene
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“In quantum mechanics there is A causing B. The equations do not stand outside that usual paradigm of physics. The real issue is that the kinds of things you predict in quantum mechanics are different from the kinds of things you predict using general relativity. Quantum mechanics, that big, new, spectacular remarkable idea is that you only predict probabilities, the likelihood of one outcome or another. That's the new idea.”

Brian Greene

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Source Lecture: Quantum Mechanics vs General Relativity, 2015

Quantum mechanics predicts probabilities, unlike the deterministic predictions of relativity, highlighting a fundamental shift in how we understand physical reality.

In simple terms: Quantum predicts chances, not certainties.

Key Takeaway

Embrace uncertainty in scientific models.

Themes

science uncertainty probability

Mood

inquisitive analytical

Type

educational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • research methodology
  • education
  • interdisciplinary study

Key Concepts

determinism vs stochasticity theory comparison

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does probabilistic prediction mean for everyday decisions?
  • How does this shift affect our view of reality?
A Different Perspective

It may simplify complex philosophical implications of probabilistic truth.

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