Differences Quote by Kim Stanley Robinson
“In an expanding universe, order is not really order, but merely the difference between the actual entropy exhibited and the maximum entropy possible.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Aurora, Novel, 2015
Order emerges from the gap between actual and maximal entropy in an expanding universe.
In simple terms: Order is a difference in entropy.
Key Takeaway
Recognize patterns in disorder.
Themes
science
philosophy
cosmology
Mood
thoughtful
curious
Type
scientific
philosophical
When to use this quote
- research labs
- space exploration
- education
Key Concepts
entropy
thermodynamics
complexity
Questions to Reflect On
- How does entropy relate to daily life?
- What does “order” mean in chaotic systems?
A Different Perspective
Entropy concepts are abstract for many readers.
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