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Newton's Conception of Science
1:42:02 - 1:50:37 (08:34)
The podcast discusses Newton's approach to science, his conviction that things can be figured out, and his profound belief in a rulemaking deity. It also ponders how a conversation between Newton and Einstein on space-time and general relativity would play out.
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The early chemists were engaged in what was known as chrysopoeia, looking for ways to transform invaluable materials into valuable ones.
1:42:02 - 1:44:19 (02:16)
Summary
The early chemists were engaged in what was known as chrysopoeia, looking for ways to transform invaluable materials into valuable ones. Alchemy dates back to the Islamic period and played a significant role in the history of science.
ChapterNewton's Conception of Science
Episode#214 – Jed Buchwald: Isaac Newton and the Philosophy of Science
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The history of alchemy and its evolution into modern chemistry is discussed, including the theories of particle and transmutation-based alchemy.
1:44:19 - 1:46:28 (02:09)
Summary
The history of alchemy and its evolution into modern chemistry is discussed, including the theories of particle and transmutation-based alchemy. The possibility of rearranging particles through chemical processes is explored, drawing comparisons to modern-day reactor technology.
ChapterNewton's Conception of Science
Episode#214 – Jed Buchwald: Isaac Newton and the Philosophy of Science
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
A hypothetical discussion between Newton and Einstein on space-time may have centered around Newton's belief in a rulemaking deity and their differing perspectives on the nature of gravity.
1:46:29 - 1:50:37 (04:08)
Summary
A hypothetical discussion between Newton and Einstein on space-time may have centered around Newton's belief in a rulemaking deity and their differing perspectives on the nature of gravity. Newton was raised to believe in a governing, exacting deity and Einstein's view on gravity went against the traditional interpretation of Newtonian mechanics.