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The Physics of Abstractions
49:48 - 55:56 (06:08)
The speaker argues that abstractions are physical things that exist in the universe, rather than disembodied properties that exist outside of it, and explores the intersection of objects of stuff that have memories as the mechanism by which information is abstracted.
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This episode explores the idea of abstractions as physical entities within the universe, and delves into the fascinating concept of math as a physical object.
49:48 - 52:24 (02:35)
Summary
This episode explores the idea of abstractions as physical entities within the universe, and delves into the fascinating concept of math as a physical object. The discussion highlights how assembly theory plays a crucial role in understanding the physics of abstractions and inventing math as we know it.
ChapterThe Physics of Abstractions
Episode#279 – Alien Debate: Sara Walker and Lee Cronin
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The difference between object and information when it comes to math and the low fundamental level is discussed in this episode.
52:24 - 53:50 (01:26)
Summary
The difference between object and information when it comes to math and the low fundamental level is discussed in this episode. The concept of memory becoming actionable and what qualifies as information is also explored.
ChapterThe Physics of Abstractions
Episode#279 – Alien Debate: Sara Walker and Lee Cronin
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Mathematicians are so successful at labeling and understanding things, they forget that information has to be built on memories.
53:50 - 55:56 (02:06)
Summary
Mathematicians are so successful at labeling and understanding things, they forget that information has to be built on memories. The mechanism by which information is formed is the intersection of two graphs of stuff where they can act on each other, creating memories which become actionable and therefore information.