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gem-squad_v2-train-114000
5a42ba0b4a4859001aac72c7
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
Arguing against the absolutist position, Leibniz offers a number of thought experiments with the purpose of showing that there is contradiction in assuming the existence of facts such as absolute location and velocity. These arguments trade heavily on two principles central to his philosophy: the principle of sufficient reason and the identity of indiscernibles. The principle of sufficient reason holds that for every fact, there is a reason that is sufficient to explain what and why it is the way it is and not otherwise. The identity of indiscernibles states that if there is no way of telling two entities apart, then they are one and the same thing.
What states that two things are not necessarily the same just because no difference can be identified?
What states that two things are not necessarily the same just because no difference can be identified?
[ "What states that two things are not necessarily the same just because no difference can be identified?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114001
572a18491d04691400779769
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
The example Leibniz uses involves two proposed universes situated in absolute space. The only discernible difference between them is that the latter is positioned five feet to the left of the first. The example is only possible if such a thing as absolute space exists. Such a situation, however, is not possible, according to Leibniz, for if it were, a universe's position in absolute space would have no sufficient reason, as it might very well have been anywhere else. Therefore, it contradicts the principle of sufficient reason, and there could exist two distinct universes that were in all ways indiscernible, thus contradicting the identity of indiscernibles.
Leibniz's example involves how many universes?
Leibniz's example involves how many universes?
[ "Leibniz's example involves how many universes?" ]
{ "text": [ "two" ], "answer_start": [ 34 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114002
572a18491d0469140077976a
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
The example Leibniz uses involves two proposed universes situated in absolute space. The only discernible difference between them is that the latter is positioned five feet to the left of the first. The example is only possible if such a thing as absolute space exists. Such a situation, however, is not possible, according to Leibniz, for if it were, a universe's position in absolute space would have no sufficient reason, as it might very well have been anywhere else. Therefore, it contradicts the principle of sufficient reason, and there could exist two distinct universes that were in all ways indiscernible, thus contradicting the identity of indiscernibles.
Where are Leibniz's universes situated?
Where are Leibniz's universes situated?
[ "Where are Leibniz's universes situated?" ]
{ "text": [ "absolute space" ], "answer_start": [ 69 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114003
572a18491d0469140077976b
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
The example Leibniz uses involves two proposed universes situated in absolute space. The only discernible difference between them is that the latter is positioned five feet to the left of the first. The example is only possible if such a thing as absolute space exists. Such a situation, however, is not possible, according to Leibniz, for if it were, a universe's position in absolute space would have no sufficient reason, as it might very well have been anywhere else. Therefore, it contradicts the principle of sufficient reason, and there could exist two distinct universes that were in all ways indiscernible, thus contradicting the identity of indiscernibles.
How far are Leibniz's universes situated apart?
How far are Leibniz's universes situated apart?
[ "How far are Leibniz's universes situated apart?" ]
{ "text": [ "five feet" ], "answer_start": [ 163 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114004
572a18491d0469140077976c
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
The example Leibniz uses involves two proposed universes situated in absolute space. The only discernible difference between them is that the latter is positioned five feet to the left of the first. The example is only possible if such a thing as absolute space exists. Such a situation, however, is not possible, according to Leibniz, for if it were, a universe's position in absolute space would have no sufficient reason, as it might very well have been anywhere else. Therefore, it contradicts the principle of sufficient reason, and there could exist two distinct universes that were in all ways indiscernible, thus contradicting the identity of indiscernibles.
What is the only way Leibniz's example would be possible?
What is the only way Leibniz's example would be possible?
[ "What is the only way Leibniz's example would be possible?" ]
{ "text": [ "absolute space exists" ], "answer_start": [ 247 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114005
5a42be694a4859001aac72cb
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
The example Leibniz uses involves two proposed universes situated in absolute space. The only discernible difference between them is that the latter is positioned five feet to the left of the first. The example is only possible if such a thing as absolute space exists. Such a situation, however, is not possible, according to Leibniz, for if it were, a universe's position in absolute space would have no sufficient reason, as it might very well have been anywhere else. Therefore, it contradicts the principle of sufficient reason, and there could exist two distinct universes that were in all ways indiscernible, thus contradicting the identity of indiscernibles.
Who's example involves one universe in two places?
Who's example involves one universe in two places?
[ "Who's example involves one universe in two places?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114006
5a42be694a4859001aac72cc
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
The example Leibniz uses involves two proposed universes situated in absolute space. The only discernible difference between them is that the latter is positioned five feet to the left of the first. The example is only possible if such a thing as absolute space exists. Such a situation, however, is not possible, according to Leibniz, for if it were, a universe's position in absolute space would have no sufficient reason, as it might very well have been anywhere else. Therefore, it contradicts the principle of sufficient reason, and there could exist two distinct universes that were in all ways indiscernible, thus contradicting the identity of indiscernibles.
What does Leibniz place at two points in deep space?
What does Leibniz place at two points in deep space?
[ "What does Leibniz place at two points in deep space?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114007
5a42be694a4859001aac72cd
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
The example Leibniz uses involves two proposed universes situated in absolute space. The only discernible difference between them is that the latter is positioned five feet to the left of the first. The example is only possible if such a thing as absolute space exists. Such a situation, however, is not possible, according to Leibniz, for if it were, a universe's position in absolute space would have no sufficient reason, as it might very well have been anywhere else. Therefore, it contradicts the principle of sufficient reason, and there could exist two distinct universes that were in all ways indiscernible, thus contradicting the identity of indiscernibles.
What proves the existence of absolute space?
What proves the existence of absolute space?
[ "What proves the existence of absolute space?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114008
572a1a6b1d04691400779789
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
Standing out in Clarke's (and Newton's) response to Leibniz's arguments is the bucket argument: Water in a bucket, hung from a rope and set to spin, will start with a flat surface. As the water begins to spin in the bucket, the surface of the water will become concave. If the bucket is stopped, the water will continue to spin, and while the spin continues, the surface will remain concave. The concave surface is apparently not the result of the interaction of the bucket and the water, since the surface is flat when the bucket first starts to spin, it becomes concave as the water starts to spin, and it remains concave as the bucket stops.
What stood out in Clark's response to Leibniz?
What stood out in Clark's response to Leibniz?
[ "What stood out in Clark's response to Leibniz?" ]
{ "text": [ "the bucket argument" ], "answer_start": [ 75 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114009
572a1a6b1d0469140077978a
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
Standing out in Clarke's (and Newton's) response to Leibniz's arguments is the bucket argument: Water in a bucket, hung from a rope and set to spin, will start with a flat surface. As the water begins to spin in the bucket, the surface of the water will become concave. If the bucket is stopped, the water will continue to spin, and while the spin continues, the surface will remain concave. The concave surface is apparently not the result of the interaction of the bucket and the water, since the surface is flat when the bucket first starts to spin, it becomes concave as the water starts to spin, and it remains concave as the bucket stops.
According to Clark's argument, water in a bucket, hung from a rope and spun, will begin with kind of surface?
According to Clark's argument, water in a bucket, hung from a rope and spun, will begin with kind of surface?
[ "According to Clark's argument, water in a bucket, hung from a rope and spun, will begin with kind of surface?" ]
{ "text": [ "flat" ], "answer_start": [ 167 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114010
572a1a6b1d0469140077978b
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
Standing out in Clarke's (and Newton's) response to Leibniz's arguments is the bucket argument: Water in a bucket, hung from a rope and set to spin, will start with a flat surface. As the water begins to spin in the bucket, the surface of the water will become concave. If the bucket is stopped, the water will continue to spin, and while the spin continues, the surface will remain concave. The concave surface is apparently not the result of the interaction of the bucket and the water, since the surface is flat when the bucket first starts to spin, it becomes concave as the water starts to spin, and it remains concave as the bucket stops.
As the buck spins, what happens to the water?
As the buck spins, what happens to the water?
[ "As the buck spins, what happens to the water?" ]
{ "text": [ "the water will become concave" ], "answer_start": [ 239 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114011
572a1a6b1d0469140077978c
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
Standing out in Clarke's (and Newton's) response to Leibniz's arguments is the bucket argument: Water in a bucket, hung from a rope and set to spin, will start with a flat surface. As the water begins to spin in the bucket, the surface of the water will become concave. If the bucket is stopped, the water will continue to spin, and while the spin continues, the surface will remain concave. The concave surface is apparently not the result of the interaction of the bucket and the water, since the surface is flat when the bucket first starts to spin, it becomes concave as the water starts to spin, and it remains concave as the bucket stops.
If the buck stops, the water will do what?
If the buck stops, the water will do what?
[ "If the buck stops, the water will do what?" ]
{ "text": [ "continue to spin" ], "answer_start": [ 311 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114012
572a1a6b1d0469140077978d
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
Standing out in Clarke's (and Newton's) response to Leibniz's arguments is the bucket argument: Water in a bucket, hung from a rope and set to spin, will start with a flat surface. As the water begins to spin in the bucket, the surface of the water will become concave. If the bucket is stopped, the water will continue to spin, and while the spin continues, the surface will remain concave. The concave surface is apparently not the result of the interaction of the bucket and the water, since the surface is flat when the bucket first starts to spin, it becomes concave as the water starts to spin, and it remains concave as the bucket stops.
What is the surface of the water apparently not caused by?
What is the surface of the water apparently not caused by?
[ "What is the surface of the water apparently not caused by?" ]
{ "text": [ "the interaction of the bucket and the water" ], "answer_start": [ 444 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114013
5a42bf8e4a4859001aac72d1
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
Standing out in Clarke's (and Newton's) response to Leibniz's arguments is the bucket argument: Water in a bucket, hung from a rope and set to spin, will start with a flat surface. As the water begins to spin in the bucket, the surface of the water will become concave. If the bucket is stopped, the water will continue to spin, and while the spin continues, the surface will remain concave. The concave surface is apparently not the result of the interaction of the bucket and the water, since the surface is flat when the bucket first starts to spin, it becomes concave as the water starts to spin, and it remains concave as the bucket stops.
Who makes the bucket argument in response to Clarke and Newton?
Who makes the bucket argument in response to Clarke and Newton?
[ "Who makes the bucket argument in response to Clarke and Newton?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114014
5a42bf8e4a4859001aac72d2
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
Standing out in Clarke's (and Newton's) response to Leibniz's arguments is the bucket argument: Water in a bucket, hung from a rope and set to spin, will start with a flat surface. As the water begins to spin in the bucket, the surface of the water will become concave. If the bucket is stopped, the water will continue to spin, and while the spin continues, the surface will remain concave. The concave surface is apparently not the result of the interaction of the bucket and the water, since the surface is flat when the bucket first starts to spin, it becomes concave as the water starts to spin, and it remains concave as the bucket stops.
What becomes flat as the bucket spins?
What becomes flat as the bucket spins?
[ "What becomes flat as the bucket spins?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114015
5a42bf8e4a4859001aac72d3
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
Standing out in Clarke's (and Newton's) response to Leibniz's arguments is the bucket argument: Water in a bucket, hung from a rope and set to spin, will start with a flat surface. As the water begins to spin in the bucket, the surface of the water will become concave. If the bucket is stopped, the water will continue to spin, and while the spin continues, the surface will remain concave. The concave surface is apparently not the result of the interaction of the bucket and the water, since the surface is flat when the bucket first starts to spin, it becomes concave as the water starts to spin, and it remains concave as the bucket stops.
What does the bucket interact with to create the water surface?
What does the bucket interact with to create the water surface?
[ "What does the bucket interact with to create the water surface?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114016
5a42bf8e4a4859001aac72d4
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
Standing out in Clarke's (and Newton's) response to Leibniz's arguments is the bucket argument: Water in a bucket, hung from a rope and set to spin, will start with a flat surface. As the water begins to spin in the bucket, the surface of the water will become concave. If the bucket is stopped, the water will continue to spin, and while the spin continues, the surface will remain concave. The concave surface is apparently not the result of the interaction of the bucket and the water, since the surface is flat when the bucket first starts to spin, it becomes concave as the water starts to spin, and it remains concave as the bucket stops.
What becomes flat when the bucket stops spinning?
What becomes flat when the bucket stops spinning?
[ "What becomes flat when the bucket stops spinning?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114017
572a1b551d04691400779793
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
Leibniz describes a space that exists only as a relation between objects, and which has no existence apart from the existence of those objects. Motion exists only as a relation between those objects. Newtonian space provided the absolute frame of reference within which objects can have motion. In Newton's system, the frame of reference exists independently of the objects contained within it. These objects can be described as moving in relation to space itself. For many centuries, the evidence of a concave water surface held authority.
Leibniz describes space as existing only as a relation between what?
Leibniz describes space as existing only as a relation between what?
[ "Leibniz describes space as existing only as a relation between what?" ]
{ "text": [ "objects" ], "answer_start": [ 65 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114018
572a1b551d04691400779794
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
Leibniz describes a space that exists only as a relation between objects, and which has no existence apart from the existence of those objects. Motion exists only as a relation between those objects. Newtonian space provided the absolute frame of reference within which objects can have motion. In Newton's system, the frame of reference exists independently of the objects contained within it. These objects can be described as moving in relation to space itself. For many centuries, the evidence of a concave water surface held authority.
According to Leibniz, what has no existence apart from the existence of objections?
According to Leibniz, what has no existence apart from the existence of objections?
[ "According to Leibniz, what has no existence apart from the existence of objections?" ]
{ "text": [ "space" ], "answer_start": [ 20 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114019
572a1b551d04691400779795
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
Leibniz describes a space that exists only as a relation between objects, and which has no existence apart from the existence of those objects. Motion exists only as a relation between those objects. Newtonian space provided the absolute frame of reference within which objects can have motion. In Newton's system, the frame of reference exists independently of the objects contained within it. These objects can be described as moving in relation to space itself. For many centuries, the evidence of a concave water surface held authority.
What provides the absolute frame of reference within which objects can have motion?
What provides the absolute frame of reference within which objects can have motion?
[ "What provides the absolute frame of reference within which objects can have motion?" ]
{ "text": [ "Newtonian space" ], "answer_start": [ 200 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114020
572a1b551d04691400779796
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
Leibniz describes a space that exists only as a relation between objects, and which has no existence apart from the existence of those objects. Motion exists only as a relation between those objects. Newtonian space provided the absolute frame of reference within which objects can have motion. In Newton's system, the frame of reference exists independently of the objects contained within it. These objects can be described as moving in relation to space itself. For many centuries, the evidence of a concave water surface held authority.
In Newton's system, how does the frame of reference exist between objects within it?
In Newton's system, how does the frame of reference exist between objects within it?
[ "In Newton's system, how does the frame of reference exist between objects within it?" ]
{ "text": [ "independently" ], "answer_start": [ 345 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114021
572a1b551d04691400779797
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
Leibniz describes a space that exists only as a relation between objects, and which has no existence apart from the existence of those objects. Motion exists only as a relation between those objects. Newtonian space provided the absolute frame of reference within which objects can have motion. In Newton's system, the frame of reference exists independently of the objects contained within it. These objects can be described as moving in relation to space itself. For many centuries, the evidence of a concave water surface held authority.
For how long did the evidence of a concave water surface hold authority in reference to space?
For how long did the evidence of a concave water surface hold authority in reference to space?
[ "For how long did the evidence of a concave water surface hold authority in reference to space?" ]
{ "text": [ "many centuries" ], "answer_start": [ 469 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114022
5a42c1514a4859001aac72e3
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
Leibniz describes a space that exists only as a relation between objects, and which has no existence apart from the existence of those objects. Motion exists only as a relation between those objects. Newtonian space provided the absolute frame of reference within which objects can have motion. In Newton's system, the frame of reference exists independently of the objects contained within it. These objects can be described as moving in relation to space itself. For many centuries, the evidence of a concave water surface held authority.
What does space exist independently from?
What does space exist independently from?
[ "What does space exist independently from?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114023
5a42c1514a4859001aac72e4
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
Leibniz describes a space that exists only as a relation between objects, and which has no existence apart from the existence of those objects. Motion exists only as a relation between those objects. Newtonian space provided the absolute frame of reference within which objects can have motion. In Newton's system, the frame of reference exists independently of the objects contained within it. These objects can be described as moving in relation to space itself. For many centuries, the evidence of a concave water surface held authority.
What exists as a relationship between space and objects?
What exists as a relationship between space and objects?
[ "What exists as a relationship between space and objects?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114024
5a42c1514a4859001aac72e5
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
Leibniz describes a space that exists only as a relation between objects, and which has no existence apart from the existence of those objects. Motion exists only as a relation between those objects. Newtonian space provided the absolute frame of reference within which objects can have motion. In Newton's system, the frame of reference exists independently of the objects contained within it. These objects can be described as moving in relation to space itself. For many centuries, the evidence of a concave water surface held authority.
What provides the absolute frame of refrence for space?
What provides the absolute frame of refrence for space?
[ "What provides the absolute frame of refrence for space?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114025
5a42c1514a4859001aac72e6
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
Leibniz describes a space that exists only as a relation between objects, and which has no existence apart from the existence of those objects. Motion exists only as a relation between those objects. Newtonian space provided the absolute frame of reference within which objects can have motion. In Newton's system, the frame of reference exists independently of the objects contained within it. These objects can be described as moving in relation to space itself. For many centuries, the evidence of a concave water surface held authority.
What is dependent on the frame of refrence in Newtonian space?
What is dependent on the frame of refrence in Newtonian space?
[ "What is dependent on the frame of refrence in Newtonian space?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114026
5a42c1514a4859001aac72e7
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
Leibniz describes a space that exists only as a relation between objects, and which has no existence apart from the existence of those objects. Motion exists only as a relation between those objects. Newtonian space provided the absolute frame of reference within which objects can have motion. In Newton's system, the frame of reference exists independently of the objects contained within it. These objects can be described as moving in relation to space itself. For many centuries, the evidence of a concave water surface held authority.
What evidence still holds authority?
What evidence still holds authority?
[ "What evidence still holds authority?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114027
572a1c096aef051400155298
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
Mach suggested that thought experiments like the bucket argument are problematic. If we were to imagine a universe that only contains a bucket, on Newton's account, this bucket could be set to spin relative to absolute space, and the water it contained would form the characteristic concave surface. But in the absence of anything else in the universe, it would be difficult to confirm that the bucket was indeed spinning. It seems equally possible that the surface of the water in the bucket would remain flat.
How did Mach describe thought experiments like the bucket argument?
How did Mach describe thought experiments like the bucket argument?
[ "How did Mach describe thought experiments like the bucket argument?" ]
{ "text": [ "problematic" ], "answer_start": [ 69 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114028
572a1c096aef051400155299
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
Mach suggested that thought experiments like the bucket argument are problematic. If we were to imagine a universe that only contains a bucket, on Newton's account, this bucket could be set to spin relative to absolute space, and the water it contained would form the characteristic concave surface. But in the absence of anything else in the universe, it would be difficult to confirm that the bucket was indeed spinning. It seems equally possible that the surface of the water in the bucket would remain flat.
What is difficult to confirm about the bucket in the absence of anything else in the universe?
What is difficult to confirm about the bucket in the absence of anything else in the universe?
[ "What is difficult to confirm about the bucket in the absence of anything else in the universe?" ]
{ "text": [ "that the bucket was indeed spinning" ], "answer_start": [ 386 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114029
572a1c096aef05140015529a
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
Mach suggested that thought experiments like the bucket argument are problematic. If we were to imagine a universe that only contains a bucket, on Newton's account, this bucket could be set to spin relative to absolute space, and the water it contained would form the characteristic concave surface. But in the absence of anything else in the universe, it would be difficult to confirm that the bucket was indeed spinning. It seems equally possible that the surface of the water in the bucket would remain flat.
What was equally possible about the surface of the water in the bucket?
What was equally possible about the surface of the water in the bucket?
[ "What was equally possible about the surface of the water in the bucket?" ]
{ "text": [ "would remain flat." ], "answer_start": [ 493 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114030
5a42c20b4a4859001aac72ed
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
Mach suggested that thought experiments like the bucket argument are problematic. If we were to imagine a universe that only contains a bucket, on Newton's account, this bucket could be set to spin relative to absolute space, and the water it contained would form the characteristic concave surface. But in the absence of anything else in the universe, it would be difficult to confirm that the bucket was indeed spinning. It seems equally possible that the surface of the water in the bucket would remain flat.
Who expanded on thought experiments?
Who expanded on thought experiments?
[ "Who expanded on thought experiments?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114031
5a42c20b4a4859001aac72ee
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
Mach suggested that thought experiments like the bucket argument are problematic. If we were to imagine a universe that only contains a bucket, on Newton's account, this bucket could be set to spin relative to absolute space, and the water it contained would form the characteristic concave surface. But in the absence of anything else in the universe, it would be difficult to confirm that the bucket was indeed spinning. It seems equally possible that the surface of the water in the bucket would remain flat.
What can be confirmed about the bucket independent of other objects in the universe?
What can be confirmed about the bucket independent of other objects in the universe?
[ "What can be confirmed about the bucket independent of other objects in the universe?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114032
5a42c20b4a4859001aac72ef
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
Mach suggested that thought experiments like the bucket argument are problematic. If we were to imagine a universe that only contains a bucket, on Newton's account, this bucket could be set to spin relative to absolute space, and the water it contained would form the characteristic concave surface. But in the absence of anything else in the universe, it would be difficult to confirm that the bucket was indeed spinning. It seems equally possible that the surface of the water in the bucket would remain flat.
What could not remain flat in absolute space?
What could not remain flat in absolute space?
[ "What could not remain flat in absolute space?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114033
572a1ef81d046914007797a5
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
Mach argued that, in effect, the water experiment in an otherwise empty universe would remain flat. But if another object were introduced into this universe, perhaps a distant star, there would now be something relative to which the bucket could be seen as rotating. The water inside the bucket could possibly have a slight curve. To account for the curve that we observe, an increase in the number of objects in the universe also increases the curvature in the water. Mach argued that the momentum of an object, whether angular or linear, exists as a result of the sum of the effects of other objects in the universe (Mach's Principle).
What did Mach argue about the water experiment in an otherwise empty universe?
What did Mach argue about the water experiment in an otherwise empty universe?
[ "What did Mach argue about the water experiment in an otherwise empty universe?" ]
{ "text": [ "would remain flat" ], "answer_start": [ 81 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114034
572a1ef81d046914007797a6
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
Mach argued that, in effect, the water experiment in an otherwise empty universe would remain flat. But if another object were introduced into this universe, perhaps a distant star, there would now be something relative to which the bucket could be seen as rotating. The water inside the bucket could possibly have a slight curve. To account for the curve that we observe, an increase in the number of objects in the universe also increases the curvature in the water. Mach argued that the momentum of an object, whether angular or linear, exists as a result of the sum of the effects of other objects in the universe (Mach's Principle).
What did Mach argue would happen if another object were introduce in the bucket's universe?
What did Mach argue would happen if another object were introduce in the bucket's universe?
[ "What did Mach argue would happen if another object were introduce in the bucket's universe?" ]
{ "text": [ "the bucket could be seen as rotating" ], "answer_start": [ 229 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114035
572a1ef81d046914007797a7
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
Mach argued that, in effect, the water experiment in an otherwise empty universe would remain flat. But if another object were introduced into this universe, perhaps a distant star, there would now be something relative to which the bucket could be seen as rotating. The water inside the bucket could possibly have a slight curve. To account for the curve that we observe, an increase in the number of objects in the universe also increases the curvature in the water. Mach argued that the momentum of an object, whether angular or linear, exists as a result of the sum of the effects of other objects in the universe (Mach's Principle).
What does the increase in the number of objects in the universe do to the curvature of the water?
What does the increase in the number of objects in the universe do to the curvature of the water?
[ "What does the increase in the number of objects in the universe do to the curvature of the water?" ]
{ "text": [ "increases the curvature" ], "answer_start": [ 431 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114036
572a1ef81d046914007797a8
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
Mach argued that, in effect, the water experiment in an otherwise empty universe would remain flat. But if another object were introduced into this universe, perhaps a distant star, there would now be something relative to which the bucket could be seen as rotating. The water inside the bucket could possibly have a slight curve. To account for the curve that we observe, an increase in the number of objects in the universe also increases the curvature in the water. Mach argued that the momentum of an object, whether angular or linear, exists as a result of the sum of the effects of other objects in the universe (Mach's Principle).
The Mach argument is called what?
The Mach argument is called what?
[ "The Mach argument is called what?" ]
{ "text": [ "Mach's Principle" ], "answer_start": [ 619 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114037
572a1ef81d046914007797a9
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
Mach argued that, in effect, the water experiment in an otherwise empty universe would remain flat. But if another object were introduced into this universe, perhaps a distant star, there would now be something relative to which the bucket could be seen as rotating. The water inside the bucket could possibly have a slight curve. To account for the curve that we observe, an increase in the number of objects in the universe also increases the curvature in the water. Mach argued that the momentum of an object, whether angular or linear, exists as a result of the sum of the effects of other objects in the universe (Mach's Principle).
Mach argued that the momentum of an object exists as a result of the sum of the effects of what?
Mach argued that the momentum of an object exists as a result of the sum of the effects of what?
[ "Mach argued that the momentum of an object exists as a result of the sum of the effects of what?" ]
{ "text": [ "effects of other objects in the universe" ], "answer_start": [ 577 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114038
5a42c4a14a4859001aac72f3
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
Mach argued that, in effect, the water experiment in an otherwise empty universe would remain flat. But if another object were introduced into this universe, perhaps a distant star, there would now be something relative to which the bucket could be seen as rotating. The water inside the bucket could possibly have a slight curve. To account for the curve that we observe, an increase in the number of objects in the universe also increases the curvature in the water. Mach argued that the momentum of an object, whether angular or linear, exists as a result of the sum of the effects of other objects in the universe (Mach's Principle).
Who argued that the water experiment in an empty univers would never be flat?
Who argued that the water experiment in an empty univers would never be flat?
[ "Who argued that the water experiment in an empty univers would never be flat?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114039
5a42c4a14a4859001aac72f4
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
Mach argued that, in effect, the water experiment in an otherwise empty universe would remain flat. But if another object were introduced into this universe, perhaps a distant star, there would now be something relative to which the bucket could be seen as rotating. The water inside the bucket could possibly have a slight curve. To account for the curve that we observe, an increase in the number of objects in the universe also increases the curvature in the water. Mach argued that the momentum of an object, whether angular or linear, exists as a result of the sum of the effects of other objects in the universe (Mach's Principle).
What would need to be removed from the universe to prove that the bucket was moving?
What would need to be removed from the universe to prove that the bucket was moving?
[ "What would need to be removed from the universe to prove that the bucket was moving?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114040
5a42c4a14a4859001aac72f5
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
Mach argued that, in effect, the water experiment in an otherwise empty universe would remain flat. But if another object were introduced into this universe, perhaps a distant star, there would now be something relative to which the bucket could be seen as rotating. The water inside the bucket could possibly have a slight curve. To account for the curve that we observe, an increase in the number of objects in the universe also increases the curvature in the water. Mach argued that the momentum of an object, whether angular or linear, exists as a result of the sum of the effects of other objects in the universe (Mach's Principle).
What decreases as objects are added to the universe?
What decreases as objects are added to the universe?
[ "What decreases as objects are added to the universe?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114041
5a42c4a14a4859001aac72f6
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
Mach argued that, in effect, the water experiment in an otherwise empty universe would remain flat. But if another object were introduced into this universe, perhaps a distant star, there would now be something relative to which the bucket could be seen as rotating. The water inside the bucket could possibly have a slight curve. To account for the curve that we observe, an increase in the number of objects in the universe also increases the curvature in the water. Mach argued that the momentum of an object, whether angular or linear, exists as a result of the sum of the effects of other objects in the universe (Mach's Principle).
What principle argues that the momentum of an object is independent of other objects in the universe?
What principle argues that the momentum of an object is independent of other objects in the universe?
[ "What principle argues that the momentum of an object is independent of other objects in the universe?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114042
572a203b6aef0514001552da
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
Albert Einstein proposed that the laws of physics should be based on the principle of relativity. This principle holds that the rules of physics must be the same for all observers, regardless of the frame of reference that is used, and that light propagates at the same speed in all reference frames. This theory was motivated by Maxwell's equations, which show that electromagnetic waves propagate in a vacuum at the speed of light. However, Maxwell's equations give no indication of what this speed is relative to. Prior to Einstein, it was thought that this speed was relative to a fixed medium, called the luminiferous ether. In contrast, the theory of special relativity postulates that light propagates at the speed of light in all inertial frames, and examines the implications of this postulate.
lbert Einstein proposed that the laws of physics should be based on what principle?
lbert Einstein proposed that the laws of physics should be based on what principle?
[ "lbert Einstein proposed that the laws of physics should be based on what principle?" ]
{ "text": [ "relativity" ], "answer_start": [ 86 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114043
572a203b6aef0514001552db
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
Albert Einstein proposed that the laws of physics should be based on the principle of relativity. This principle holds that the rules of physics must be the same for all observers, regardless of the frame of reference that is used, and that light propagates at the same speed in all reference frames. This theory was motivated by Maxwell's equations, which show that electromagnetic waves propagate in a vacuum at the speed of light. However, Maxwell's equations give no indication of what this speed is relative to. Prior to Einstein, it was thought that this speed was relative to a fixed medium, called the luminiferous ether. In contrast, the theory of special relativity postulates that light propagates at the speed of light in all inertial frames, and examines the implications of this postulate.
The principle of relativity holds that the rules of physics must be the same for who?
The principle of relativity holds that the rules of physics must be the same for who?
[ "The principle of relativity holds that the rules of physics must be the same for who?" ]
{ "text": [ "all observers" ], "answer_start": [ 166 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114044
572a203b6aef0514001552dc
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
Albert Einstein proposed that the laws of physics should be based on the principle of relativity. This principle holds that the rules of physics must be the same for all observers, regardless of the frame of reference that is used, and that light propagates at the same speed in all reference frames. This theory was motivated by Maxwell's equations, which show that electromagnetic waves propagate in a vacuum at the speed of light. However, Maxwell's equations give no indication of what this speed is relative to. Prior to Einstein, it was thought that this speed was relative to a fixed medium, called the luminiferous ether. In contrast, the theory of special relativity postulates that light propagates at the speed of light in all inertial frames, and examines the implications of this postulate.
In all reference frames, how is the the speed of light?
In all reference frames, how is the the speed of light?
[ "In all reference frames, how is the the speed of light?" ]
{ "text": [ "the same" ], "answer_start": [ 261 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114045
572a203b6aef0514001552dd
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
Albert Einstein proposed that the laws of physics should be based on the principle of relativity. This principle holds that the rules of physics must be the same for all observers, regardless of the frame of reference that is used, and that light propagates at the same speed in all reference frames. This theory was motivated by Maxwell's equations, which show that electromagnetic waves propagate in a vacuum at the speed of light. However, Maxwell's equations give no indication of what this speed is relative to. Prior to Einstein, it was thought that this speed was relative to a fixed medium, called the luminiferous ether. In contrast, the theory of special relativity postulates that light propagates at the speed of light in all inertial frames, and examines the implications of this postulate.
Einstein's theory was motivated by who?
Einstein's theory was motivated by who?
[ "Einstein's theory was motivated by who?" ]
{ "text": [ "Maxwell" ], "answer_start": [ 330 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114046
572a203b6aef0514001552de
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
Albert Einstein proposed that the laws of physics should be based on the principle of relativity. This principle holds that the rules of physics must be the same for all observers, regardless of the frame of reference that is used, and that light propagates at the same speed in all reference frames. This theory was motivated by Maxwell's equations, which show that electromagnetic waves propagate in a vacuum at the speed of light. However, Maxwell's equations give no indication of what this speed is relative to. Prior to Einstein, it was thought that this speed was relative to a fixed medium, called the luminiferous ether. In contrast, the theory of special relativity postulates that light propagates at the speed of light in all inertial frames, and examines the implications of this postulate.
Before Einstein, speed was though to be relative to what?
Before Einstein, speed was though to be relative to what?
[ "Before Einstein, speed was though to be relative to what?" ]
{ "text": [ "the luminiferous ether" ], "answer_start": [ 606 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114047
5a42c5fc4a4859001aac72fb
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
Albert Einstein proposed that the laws of physics should be based on the principle of relativity. This principle holds that the rules of physics must be the same for all observers, regardless of the frame of reference that is used, and that light propagates at the same speed in all reference frames. This theory was motivated by Maxwell's equations, which show that electromagnetic waves propagate in a vacuum at the speed of light. However, Maxwell's equations give no indication of what this speed is relative to. Prior to Einstein, it was thought that this speed was relative to a fixed medium, called the luminiferous ether. In contrast, the theory of special relativity postulates that light propagates at the speed of light in all inertial frames, and examines the implications of this postulate.
Who proposed that the laws of physics where not dependent on relativity?
Who proposed that the laws of physics where not dependent on relativity?
[ "Who proposed that the laws of physics where not dependent on relativity?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114048
5a42c5fc4a4859001aac72fc
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
Albert Einstein proposed that the laws of physics should be based on the principle of relativity. This principle holds that the rules of physics must be the same for all observers, regardless of the frame of reference that is used, and that light propagates at the same speed in all reference frames. This theory was motivated by Maxwell's equations, which show that electromagnetic waves propagate in a vacuum at the speed of light. However, Maxwell's equations give no indication of what this speed is relative to. Prior to Einstein, it was thought that this speed was relative to a fixed medium, called the luminiferous ether. In contrast, the theory of special relativity postulates that light propagates at the speed of light in all inertial frames, and examines the implications of this postulate.
What did Einstein agrue was dependent on the observers frame of refrence?
What did Einstein agrue was dependent on the observers frame of refrence?
[ "What did Einstein agrue was dependent on the observers frame of refrence?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114049
5a42c5fc4a4859001aac72fd
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
Albert Einstein proposed that the laws of physics should be based on the principle of relativity. This principle holds that the rules of physics must be the same for all observers, regardless of the frame of reference that is used, and that light propagates at the same speed in all reference frames. This theory was motivated by Maxwell's equations, which show that electromagnetic waves propagate in a vacuum at the speed of light. However, Maxwell's equations give no indication of what this speed is relative to. Prior to Einstein, it was thought that this speed was relative to a fixed medium, called the luminiferous ether. In contrast, the theory of special relativity postulates that light propagates at the speed of light in all inertial frames, and examines the implications of this postulate.
Whatprinciples that light moves at different speeds depending on the refrence point?
Whatprinciples that light moves at different speeds depending on the refrence point?
[ "Whatprinciples that light moves at different speeds depending on the refrence point?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114050
5a42c5fc4a4859001aac72fe
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
Albert Einstein proposed that the laws of physics should be based on the principle of relativity. This principle holds that the rules of physics must be the same for all observers, regardless of the frame of reference that is used, and that light propagates at the same speed in all reference frames. This theory was motivated by Maxwell's equations, which show that electromagnetic waves propagate in a vacuum at the speed of light. However, Maxwell's equations give no indication of what this speed is relative to. Prior to Einstein, it was thought that this speed was relative to a fixed medium, called the luminiferous ether. In contrast, the theory of special relativity postulates that light propagates at the speed of light in all inertial frames, and examines the implications of this postulate.
What equation was motivated by Einstein's theory?
What equation was motivated by Einstein's theory?
[ "What equation was motivated by Einstein's theory?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114051
572a211b3f37b31900478717
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
In classical physics, an inertial reference frame is one in which an object that experiences no forces does not accelerate. In general relativity, an inertial frame of reference is one that is following a geodesic of space-time. An object that moves against a geodesic experiences a force. An object in free fall does not experience a force, because it is following a geodesic. An object standing on the earth, however, will experience a force, as it is being held against the geodesic by the surface of the planet. In light of this, the bucket of water rotating in empty space will experience a force because it rotates with respect to the geodesic. The water will become concave, not because it is rotating with respect to the distant stars, but because it is rotating with respect to the geodesic.
In classical physics, an inertial reference frame is one in which an object without force does what?
In classical physics, an inertial reference frame is one in which an object without force does what?
[ "In classical physics, an inertial reference frame is one in which an object without force does what?" ]
{ "text": [ "does not accelerate" ], "answer_start": [ 103 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114052
572a211b3f37b31900478718
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
In classical physics, an inertial reference frame is one in which an object that experiences no forces does not accelerate. In general relativity, an inertial frame of reference is one that is following a geodesic of space-time. An object that moves against a geodesic experiences a force. An object in free fall does not experience a force, because it is following a geodesic. An object standing on the earth, however, will experience a force, as it is being held against the geodesic by the surface of the planet. In light of this, the bucket of water rotating in empty space will experience a force because it rotates with respect to the geodesic. The water will become concave, not because it is rotating with respect to the distant stars, but because it is rotating with respect to the geodesic.
What follows a geodesic of space-time?
What follows a geodesic of space-time?
[ "What follows a geodesic of space-time?" ]
{ "text": [ "an inertial frame of reference" ], "answer_start": [ 147 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114053
572a211b3f37b31900478719
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
In classical physics, an inertial reference frame is one in which an object that experiences no forces does not accelerate. In general relativity, an inertial frame of reference is one that is following a geodesic of space-time. An object that moves against a geodesic experiences a force. An object in free fall does not experience a force, because it is following a geodesic. An object standing on the earth, however, will experience a force, as it is being held against the geodesic by the surface of the planet. In light of this, the bucket of water rotating in empty space will experience a force because it rotates with respect to the geodesic. The water will become concave, not because it is rotating with respect to the distant stars, but because it is rotating with respect to the geodesic.
An object in free fall does not experience what?
An object in free fall does not experience what?
[ "An object in free fall does not experience what?" ]
{ "text": [ "force" ], "answer_start": [ 335 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114054
572a211b3f37b3190047871a
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
In classical physics, an inertial reference frame is one in which an object that experiences no forces does not accelerate. In general relativity, an inertial frame of reference is one that is following a geodesic of space-time. An object that moves against a geodesic experiences a force. An object in free fall does not experience a force, because it is following a geodesic. An object standing on the earth, however, will experience a force, as it is being held against the geodesic by the surface of the planet. In light of this, the bucket of water rotating in empty space will experience a force because it rotates with respect to the geodesic. The water will become concave, not because it is rotating with respect to the distant stars, but because it is rotating with respect to the geodesic.
What holds an object standing on earth against the geodesic?
What holds an object standing on earth against the geodesic?
[ "What holds an object standing on earth against the geodesic?" ]
{ "text": [ "the surface of the planet" ], "answer_start": [ 489 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114055
572a211b3f37b3190047871b
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
In classical physics, an inertial reference frame is one in which an object that experiences no forces does not accelerate. In general relativity, an inertial frame of reference is one that is following a geodesic of space-time. An object that moves against a geodesic experiences a force. An object in free fall does not experience a force, because it is following a geodesic. An object standing on the earth, however, will experience a force, as it is being held against the geodesic by the surface of the planet. In light of this, the bucket of water rotating in empty space will experience a force because it rotates with respect to the geodesic. The water will become concave, not because it is rotating with respect to the distant stars, but because it is rotating with respect to the geodesic.
Why will water become concave, according to the relativity theory?
Why will water become concave, according to the relativity theory?
[ "Why will water become concave, according to the relativity theory?" ]
{ "text": [ "it is rotating with respect to the geodesic." ], "answer_start": [ 756 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114056
5a42c7f24a4859001aac7303
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
In classical physics, an inertial reference frame is one in which an object that experiences no forces does not accelerate. In general relativity, an inertial frame of reference is one that is following a geodesic of space-time. An object that moves against a geodesic experiences a force. An object in free fall does not experience a force, because it is following a geodesic. An object standing on the earth, however, will experience a force, as it is being held against the geodesic by the surface of the planet. In light of this, the bucket of water rotating in empty space will experience a force because it rotates with respect to the geodesic. The water will become concave, not because it is rotating with respect to the distant stars, but because it is rotating with respect to the geodesic.
What kind of frame includes objects that do not accelerate when force in applied to them?
What kind of frame includes objects that do not accelerate when force in applied to them?
[ "What kind of frame includes objects that do not accelerate when force in applied to them?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114057
5a42c7f24a4859001aac7304
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
In classical physics, an inertial reference frame is one in which an object that experiences no forces does not accelerate. In general relativity, an inertial frame of reference is one that is following a geodesic of space-time. An object that moves against a geodesic experiences a force. An object in free fall does not experience a force, because it is following a geodesic. An object standing on the earth, however, will experience a force, as it is being held against the geodesic by the surface of the planet. In light of this, the bucket of water rotating in empty space will experience a force because it rotates with respect to the geodesic. The water will become concave, not because it is rotating with respect to the distant stars, but because it is rotating with respect to the geodesic.
What does an external frame of refrence follow?
What does an external frame of refrence follow?
[ "What does an external frame of refrence follow?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114058
5a42c7f24a4859001aac7305
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
In classical physics, an inertial reference frame is one in which an object that experiences no forces does not accelerate. In general relativity, an inertial frame of reference is one that is following a geodesic of space-time. An object that moves against a geodesic experiences a force. An object in free fall does not experience a force, because it is following a geodesic. An object standing on the earth, however, will experience a force, as it is being held against the geodesic by the surface of the planet. In light of this, the bucket of water rotating in empty space will experience a force because it rotates with respect to the geodesic. The water will become concave, not because it is rotating with respect to the distant stars, but because it is rotating with respect to the geodesic.
What is not experienced by objects moving against a geodesic?
What is not experienced by objects moving against a geodesic?
[ "What is not experienced by objects moving against a geodesic?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114059
5a42c7f24a4859001aac7306
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
In classical physics, an inertial reference frame is one in which an object that experiences no forces does not accelerate. In general relativity, an inertial frame of reference is one that is following a geodesic of space-time. An object that moves against a geodesic experiences a force. An object in free fall does not experience a force, because it is following a geodesic. An object standing on the earth, however, will experience a force, as it is being held against the geodesic by the surface of the planet. In light of this, the bucket of water rotating in empty space will experience a force because it rotates with respect to the geodesic. The water will become concave, not because it is rotating with respect to the distant stars, but because it is rotating with respect to the geodesic.
What is an object in free fall moving against?
What is an object in free fall moving against?
[ "What is an object in free fall moving against?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114060
5a42c7f24a4859001aac7307
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
In classical physics, an inertial reference frame is one in which an object that experiences no forces does not accelerate. In general relativity, an inertial frame of reference is one that is following a geodesic of space-time. An object that moves against a geodesic experiences a force. An object in free fall does not experience a force, because it is following a geodesic. An object standing on the earth, however, will experience a force, as it is being held against the geodesic by the surface of the planet. In light of this, the bucket of water rotating in empty space will experience a force because it rotates with respect to the geodesic. The water will become concave, not because it is rotating with respect to the distant stars, but because it is rotating with respect to the geodesic.
What is experienced by objects in free-fall?
What is experienced by objects in free-fall?
[ "What is experienced by objects in free-fall?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114061
572a21741d046914007797c3
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
Einstein partially advocates Mach's principle in that distant stars explain inertia because they provide the gravitational field against which acceleration and inertia occur. But contrary to Leibniz's account, this warped space-time is as integral a part of an object as are its other defining characteristics, such as volume and mass. If one holds, contrary to idealist beliefs, that objects exist independently of the mind, it seems that relativistics commits them to also hold that space and temporality have exactly the same type of independent existence.
How does Einstein advocate Mach's principle?
How does Einstein advocate Mach's principle?
[ "How does Einstein advocate Mach's principle?" ]
{ "text": [ "partially" ], "answer_start": [ 9 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114062
572a21741d046914007797c4
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
Einstein partially advocates Mach's principle in that distant stars explain inertia because they provide the gravitational field against which acceleration and inertia occur. But contrary to Leibniz's account, this warped space-time is as integral a part of an object as are its other defining characteristics, such as volume and mass. If one holds, contrary to idealist beliefs, that objects exist independently of the mind, it seems that relativistics commits them to also hold that space and temporality have exactly the same type of independent existence.
How Einstein's theory compared to Leibniz's?
How Einstein's theory compared to Leibniz's?
[ "How Einstein's theory compared to Leibniz's?" ]
{ "text": [ "contrary" ], "answer_start": [ 179 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114063
572a21741d046914007797c5
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
Einstein partially advocates Mach's principle in that distant stars explain inertia because they provide the gravitational field against which acceleration and inertia occur. But contrary to Leibniz's account, this warped space-time is as integral a part of an object as are its other defining characteristics, such as volume and mass. If one holds, contrary to idealist beliefs, that objects exist independently of the mind, it seems that relativistics commits them to also hold that space and temporality have exactly the same type of independent existence.
What is considered contrary to idealist beliefs in regards to space?
What is considered contrary to idealist beliefs in regards to space?
[ "What is considered contrary to idealist beliefs in regards to space?" ]
{ "text": [ "objects exist independently of the mind" ], "answer_start": [ 385 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114064
5a42c91c4a4859001aac730d
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
Einstein partially advocates Mach's principle in that distant stars explain inertia because they provide the gravitational field against which acceleration and inertia occur. But contrary to Leibniz's account, this warped space-time is as integral a part of an object as are its other defining characteristics, such as volume and mass. If one holds, contrary to idealist beliefs, that objects exist independently of the mind, it seems that relativistics commits them to also hold that space and temporality have exactly the same type of independent existence.
Who advocates Einstein's theory?
Who advocates Einstein's theory?
[ "Who advocates Einstein's theory?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114065
5a42c91c4a4859001aac730e
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
Einstein partially advocates Mach's principle in that distant stars explain inertia because they provide the gravitational field against which acceleration and inertia occur. But contrary to Leibniz's account, this warped space-time is as integral a part of an object as are its other defining characteristics, such as volume and mass. If one holds, contrary to idealist beliefs, that objects exist independently of the mind, it seems that relativistics commits them to also hold that space and temporality have exactly the same type of independent existence.
Who's theory compliments Leibniz?
Who's theory compliments Leibniz?
[ "Who's theory compliments Leibniz?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114066
5a42c91c4a4859001aac730f
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
Einstein partially advocates Mach's principle in that distant stars explain inertia because they provide the gravitational field against which acceleration and inertia occur. But contrary to Leibniz's account, this warped space-time is as integral a part of an object as are its other defining characteristics, such as volume and mass. If one holds, contrary to idealist beliefs, that objects exist independently of the mind, it seems that relativistics commits them to also hold that space and temporality have exactly the same type of independent existence.
What do idealist believe can not exist independent of the mind?
What do idealist believe can not exist independent of the mind?
[ "What do idealist believe can not exist independent of the mind?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114067
5a42c91c4a4859001aac7310
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
Einstein partially advocates Mach's principle in that distant stars explain inertia because they provide the gravitational field against which acceleration and inertia occur. But contrary to Leibniz's account, this warped space-time is as integral a part of an object as are its other defining characteristics, such as volume and mass. If one holds, contrary to idealist beliefs, that objects exist independently of the mind, it seems that relativistics commits them to also hold that space and temporality have exactly the same type of independent existence.
Space and what have a dependent existence?
Space and what have a dependent existence?
[ "Space and what have a dependent existence?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114068
572a224aaf94a219006aa82d
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
Coordinative definition has two major features. The first has to do with coordinating units of length with certain physical objects. This is motivated by the fact that we can never directly apprehend length. Instead we must choose some physical object, say the Standard Metre at the Bureau International des Poids et Mesures (International Bureau of Weights and Measures), or the wavelength of cadmium to stand in as our unit of length. The second feature deals with separated objects. Although we can, presumably, directly test the equality of length of two measuring rods when they are next to one another, we can not find out as much for two rods distant from one another. Even supposing that two rods, whenever brought near to one another are seen to be equal in length, we are not justified in stating that they are always equal in length. This impossibility undermines our ability to decide the equality of length of two distant objects. Sameness of length, to the contrary, must be set by definition.
Coordinative definition has how many major features?
Coordinative definition has how many major features?
[ "Coordinative definition has how many major features?" ]
{ "text": [ "two" ], "answer_start": [ 28 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114069
572a224aaf94a219006aa82e
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
Coordinative definition has two major features. The first has to do with coordinating units of length with certain physical objects. This is motivated by the fact that we can never directly apprehend length. Instead we must choose some physical object, say the Standard Metre at the Bureau International des Poids et Mesures (International Bureau of Weights and Measures), or the wavelength of cadmium to stand in as our unit of length. The second feature deals with separated objects. Although we can, presumably, directly test the equality of length of two measuring rods when they are next to one another, we can not find out as much for two rods distant from one another. Even supposing that two rods, whenever brought near to one another are seen to be equal in length, we are not justified in stating that they are always equal in length. This impossibility undermines our ability to decide the equality of length of two distant objects. Sameness of length, to the contrary, must be set by definition.
The first feature of Coordinative definition involves what?
The first feature of Coordinative definition involves what?
[ "The first feature of Coordinative definition involves what?" ]
{ "text": [ "coordinating units of length with certain physical objects" ], "answer_start": [ 73 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114070
572a224aaf94a219006aa82f
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
Coordinative definition has two major features. The first has to do with coordinating units of length with certain physical objects. This is motivated by the fact that we can never directly apprehend length. Instead we must choose some physical object, say the Standard Metre at the Bureau International des Poids et Mesures (International Bureau of Weights and Measures), or the wavelength of cadmium to stand in as our unit of length. The second feature deals with separated objects. Although we can, presumably, directly test the equality of length of two measuring rods when they are next to one another, we can not find out as much for two rods distant from one another. Even supposing that two rods, whenever brought near to one another are seen to be equal in length, we are not justified in stating that they are always equal in length. This impossibility undermines our ability to decide the equality of length of two distant objects. Sameness of length, to the contrary, must be set by definition.
What is the first feature motivated by?
What is the first feature motivated by?
[ "What is the first feature motivated by?" ]
{ "text": [ "we can never directly apprehend length" ], "answer_start": [ 168 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114071
572a224aaf94a219006aa830
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
Coordinative definition has two major features. The first has to do with coordinating units of length with certain physical objects. This is motivated by the fact that we can never directly apprehend length. Instead we must choose some physical object, say the Standard Metre at the Bureau International des Poids et Mesures (International Bureau of Weights and Measures), or the wavelength of cadmium to stand in as our unit of length. The second feature deals with separated objects. Although we can, presumably, directly test the equality of length of two measuring rods when they are next to one another, we can not find out as much for two rods distant from one another. Even supposing that two rods, whenever brought near to one another are seen to be equal in length, we are not justified in stating that they are always equal in length. This impossibility undermines our ability to decide the equality of length of two distant objects. Sameness of length, to the contrary, must be set by definition.
The second feature of Coordinative definition involves what?
The second feature of Coordinative definition involves what?
[ "The second feature of Coordinative definition involves what?" ]
{ "text": [ "separated objects" ], "answer_start": [ 467 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114072
572a224aaf94a219006aa831
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
Coordinative definition has two major features. The first has to do with coordinating units of length with certain physical objects. This is motivated by the fact that we can never directly apprehend length. Instead we must choose some physical object, say the Standard Metre at the Bureau International des Poids et Mesures (International Bureau of Weights and Measures), or the wavelength of cadmium to stand in as our unit of length. The second feature deals with separated objects. Although we can, presumably, directly test the equality of length of two measuring rods when they are next to one another, we can not find out as much for two rods distant from one another. Even supposing that two rods, whenever brought near to one another are seen to be equal in length, we are not justified in stating that they are always equal in length. This impossibility undermines our ability to decide the equality of length of two distant objects. Sameness of length, to the contrary, must be set by definition.
Sameness of length must be set how?
Sameness of length must be set how?
[ "Sameness of length must be set how?" ]
{ "text": [ "by definition" ], "answer_start": [ 993 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114073
5a42ca724a4859001aac7315
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
Coordinative definition has two major features. The first has to do with coordinating units of length with certain physical objects. This is motivated by the fact that we can never directly apprehend length. Instead we must choose some physical object, say the Standard Metre at the Bureau International des Poids et Mesures (International Bureau of Weights and Measures), or the wavelength of cadmium to stand in as our unit of length. The second feature deals with separated objects. Although we can, presumably, directly test the equality of length of two measuring rods when they are next to one another, we can not find out as much for two rods distant from one another. Even supposing that two rods, whenever brought near to one another are seen to be equal in length, we are not justified in stating that they are always equal in length. This impossibility undermines our ability to decide the equality of length of two distant objects. Sameness of length, to the contrary, must be set by definition.
What definition states that units of length can not be coodinated with physical objects?
What definition states that units of length can not be coodinated with physical objects?
[ "What definition states that units of length can not be coodinated with physical objects?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114074
5a42ca724a4859001aac7316
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
Coordinative definition has two major features. The first has to do with coordinating units of length with certain physical objects. This is motivated by the fact that we can never directly apprehend length. Instead we must choose some physical object, say the Standard Metre at the Bureau International des Poids et Mesures (International Bureau of Weights and Measures), or the wavelength of cadmium to stand in as our unit of length. The second feature deals with separated objects. Although we can, presumably, directly test the equality of length of two measuring rods when they are next to one another, we can not find out as much for two rods distant from one another. Even supposing that two rods, whenever brought near to one another are seen to be equal in length, we are not justified in stating that they are always equal in length. This impossibility undermines our ability to decide the equality of length of two distant objects. Sameness of length, to the contrary, must be set by definition.
What measurment can be made independently?
What measurment can be made independently?
[ "What measurment can be made independently?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114075
5a42ca724a4859001aac7317
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
Coordinative definition has two major features. The first has to do with coordinating units of length with certain physical objects. This is motivated by the fact that we can never directly apprehend length. Instead we must choose some physical object, say the Standard Metre at the Bureau International des Poids et Mesures (International Bureau of Weights and Measures), or the wavelength of cadmium to stand in as our unit of length. The second feature deals with separated objects. Although we can, presumably, directly test the equality of length of two measuring rods when they are next to one another, we can not find out as much for two rods distant from one another. Even supposing that two rods, whenever brought near to one another are seen to be equal in length, we are not justified in stating that they are always equal in length. This impossibility undermines our ability to decide the equality of length of two distant objects. Sameness of length, to the contrary, must be set by definition.
What can be determined about two objects regardless of their distance from each other?
What can be determined about two objects regardless of their distance from each other?
[ "What can be determined about two objects regardless of their distance from each other?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114076
5a42ca724a4859001aac7318
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
Coordinative definition has two major features. The first has to do with coordinating units of length with certain physical objects. This is motivated by the fact that we can never directly apprehend length. Instead we must choose some physical object, say the Standard Metre at the Bureau International des Poids et Mesures (International Bureau of Weights and Measures), or the wavelength of cadmium to stand in as our unit of length. The second feature deals with separated objects. Although we can, presumably, directly test the equality of length of two measuring rods when they are next to one another, we can not find out as much for two rods distant from one another. Even supposing that two rods, whenever brought near to one another are seen to be equal in length, we are not justified in stating that they are always equal in length. This impossibility undermines our ability to decide the equality of length of two distant objects. Sameness of length, to the contrary, must be set by definition.
What is always equal rerdless of position?
What is always equal rerdless of position?
[ "What is always equal rerdless of position?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114077
5a42ca724a4859001aac7319
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
Coordinative definition has two major features. The first has to do with coordinating units of length with certain physical objects. This is motivated by the fact that we can never directly apprehend length. Instead we must choose some physical object, say the Standard Metre at the Bureau International des Poids et Mesures (International Bureau of Weights and Measures), or the wavelength of cadmium to stand in as our unit of length. The second feature deals with separated objects. Although we can, presumably, directly test the equality of length of two measuring rods when they are next to one another, we can not find out as much for two rods distant from one another. Even supposing that two rods, whenever brought near to one another are seen to be equal in length, we are not justified in stating that they are always equal in length. This impossibility undermines our ability to decide the equality of length of two distant objects. Sameness of length, to the contrary, must be set by definition.
How must diffrence of l;ength be set?
How must diffrence of l;ength be set?
[ "How must diffrence of l;ength be set?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114078
572a26821d046914007797db
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
In the classical case, the invariance, or symmetry, group and the covariance group coincide, but, interestingly enough, they part ways in relativistic physics. The symmetry group of the general theory of relativity includes all differentiable transformations, i.e., all properties of an object are dynamical, in other words there are no absolute objects. The formulations of the general theory of relativity, unlike those of classical mechanics, do not share a standard, i.e., there is no single formulation paired with transformations. As such the covariance group of the general theory of relativity is just the covariance group of every theory.
The symmetry group of the general theory of relativity includes what?
The symmetry group of the general theory of relativity includes what?
[ "The symmetry group of the general theory of relativity includes what?" ]
{ "text": [ "all differentiable transformations" ], "answer_start": [ 224 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114079
572a26821d046914007797dc
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
In the classical case, the invariance, or symmetry, group and the covariance group coincide, but, interestingly enough, they part ways in relativistic physics. The symmetry group of the general theory of relativity includes all differentiable transformations, i.e., all properties of an object are dynamical, in other words there are no absolute objects. The formulations of the general theory of relativity, unlike those of classical mechanics, do not share a standard, i.e., there is no single formulation paired with transformations. As such the covariance group of the general theory of relativity is just the covariance group of every theory.
What else besides invariance, or symmetry and group part ways in relativistic physics?
What else besides invariance, or symmetry and group part ways in relativistic physics?
[ "What else besides invariance, or symmetry and group part ways in relativistic physics?" ]
{ "text": [ "the covariance group" ], "answer_start": [ 62 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114080
572a26821d046914007797dd
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
In the classical case, the invariance, or symmetry, group and the covariance group coincide, but, interestingly enough, they part ways in relativistic physics. The symmetry group of the general theory of relativity includes all differentiable transformations, i.e., all properties of an object are dynamical, in other words there are no absolute objects. The formulations of the general theory of relativity, unlike those of classical mechanics, do not share a standard, i.e., there is no single formulation paired with transformations. As such the covariance group of the general theory of relativity is just the covariance group of every theory.
Which theory does the relativity depart from?
Which theory does the relativity depart from?
[ "Which theory does the relativity depart from?" ]
{ "text": [ "classical mechanics" ], "answer_start": [ 425 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114081
572a26821d046914007797de
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
In the classical case, the invariance, or symmetry, group and the covariance group coincide, but, interestingly enough, they part ways in relativistic physics. The symmetry group of the general theory of relativity includes all differentiable transformations, i.e., all properties of an object are dynamical, in other words there are no absolute objects. The formulations of the general theory of relativity, unlike those of classical mechanics, do not share a standard, i.e., there is no single formulation paired with transformations. As such the covariance group of the general theory of relativity is just the covariance group of every theory.
What are not pair with transformations in the theory of relativity?
What are not pair with transformations in the theory of relativity?
[ "What are not pair with transformations in the theory of relativity?" ]
{ "text": [ "single formulation" ], "answer_start": [ 489 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114082
572a26821d046914007797df
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
In the classical case, the invariance, or symmetry, group and the covariance group coincide, but, interestingly enough, they part ways in relativistic physics. The symmetry group of the general theory of relativity includes all differentiable transformations, i.e., all properties of an object are dynamical, in other words there are no absolute objects. The formulations of the general theory of relativity, unlike those of classical mechanics, do not share a standard, i.e., there is no single formulation paired with transformations. As such the covariance group of the general theory of relativity is just the covariance group of every theory.
The covariance group of the general theory of relativity is the covariance group of how many theories?
The covariance group of the general theory of relativity is the covariance group of how many theories?
[ " The covariance group of the general theory of relativity is the covariance group of how many theories?" ]
{ "text": [ "every" ], "answer_start": [ 634 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114083
5a42cb724a4859001aac731f
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
In the classical case, the invariance, or symmetry, group and the covariance group coincide, but, interestingly enough, they part ways in relativistic physics. The symmetry group of the general theory of relativity includes all differentiable transformations, i.e., all properties of an object are dynamical, in other words there are no absolute objects. The formulations of the general theory of relativity, unlike those of classical mechanics, do not share a standard, i.e., there is no single formulation paired with transformations. As such the covariance group of the general theory of relativity is just the covariance group of every theory.
What groups do do not coincide in the classical case?
What groups do do not coincide in the classical case?
[ "What groups do do not coincide in the classical case?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114084
5a42cb724a4859001aac7320
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
In the classical case, the invariance, or symmetry, group and the covariance group coincide, but, interestingly enough, they part ways in relativistic physics. The symmetry group of the general theory of relativity includes all differentiable transformations, i.e., all properties of an object are dynamical, in other words there are no absolute objects. The formulations of the general theory of relativity, unlike those of classical mechanics, do not share a standard, i.e., there is no single formulation paired with transformations. As such the covariance group of the general theory of relativity is just the covariance group of every theory.
What groups coincide in relative physics?
What groups coincide in relative physics?
[ "What groups coincide in relative physics?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114085
5a42cb724a4859001aac7321
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
In the classical case, the invariance, or symmetry, group and the covariance group coincide, but, interestingly enough, they part ways in relativistic physics. The symmetry group of the general theory of relativity includes all differentiable transformations, i.e., all properties of an object are dynamical, in other words there are no absolute objects. The formulations of the general theory of relativity, unlike those of classical mechanics, do not share a standard, i.e., there is no single formulation paired with transformations. As such the covariance group of the general theory of relativity is just the covariance group of every theory.
What is absolute according to the theory of relativity?
What is absolute according to the theory of relativity?
[ "What is absolute according to the theory of relativity?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114086
5a42cb724a4859001aac7322
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
In the classical case, the invariance, or symmetry, group and the covariance group coincide, but, interestingly enough, they part ways in relativistic physics. The symmetry group of the general theory of relativity includes all differentiable transformations, i.e., all properties of an object are dynamical, in other words there are no absolute objects. The formulations of the general theory of relativity, unlike those of classical mechanics, do not share a standard, i.e., there is no single formulation paired with transformations. As such the covariance group of the general theory of relativity is just the covariance group of every theory.
What theory does relativity coincide with?
What theory does relativity coincide with?
[ "What theory does relativity coincide with?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114087
572a2b821d04691400779801
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
The problem of the direction of time arises directly from two contradictory facts. Firstly, the fundamental physical laws are time-reversal invariant; if a cinematographic film were taken of any process describable by means of the aforementioned laws and then played backwards, it would still portray a physically possible process. Secondly, our experience of time, at the macroscopic level, is not time-reversal invariant. Glasses can fall and break, but shards of glass cannot reassemble and fly up onto tables. We have memories of the past, and none of the future. We feel we can't change the past but can influence the future.
How many contradictory facts does the problem of the direction of time arise from?
How many contradictory facts does the problem of the direction of time arise from?
[ "How many contradictory facts does the problem of the direction of time arise from?" ]
{ "text": [ "two" ], "answer_start": [ 58 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114088
572a2b821d04691400779802
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
The problem of the direction of time arises directly from two contradictory facts. Firstly, the fundamental physical laws are time-reversal invariant; if a cinematographic film were taken of any process describable by means of the aforementioned laws and then played backwards, it would still portray a physically possible process. Secondly, our experience of time, at the macroscopic level, is not time-reversal invariant. Glasses can fall and break, but shards of glass cannot reassemble and fly up onto tables. We have memories of the past, and none of the future. We feel we can't change the past but can influence the future.
What kind of physical laws are time-reversal invariant?
What kind of physical laws are time-reversal invariant?
[ "What kind of physical laws are time-reversal invariant?" ]
{ "text": [ "fundamental" ], "answer_start": [ 96 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114089
572a2b821d04691400779803
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
The problem of the direction of time arises directly from two contradictory facts. Firstly, the fundamental physical laws are time-reversal invariant; if a cinematographic film were taken of any process describable by means of the aforementioned laws and then played backwards, it would still portray a physically possible process. Secondly, our experience of time, at the macroscopic level, is not time-reversal invariant. Glasses can fall and break, but shards of glass cannot reassemble and fly up onto tables. We have memories of the past, and none of the future. We feel we can't change the past but can influence the future.
If if a cinematographic film were taken by means of physical laws and then played backwards, it would still portray what?
If if a cinematographic film were taken by means of physical laws and then played backwards, it would still portray what?
[ "If if a cinematographic film were taken by means of physical laws and then played backwards, it would still portray what?" ]
{ "text": [ "physically possible process" ], "answer_start": [ 303 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114090
572a2b821d04691400779804
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
The problem of the direction of time arises directly from two contradictory facts. Firstly, the fundamental physical laws are time-reversal invariant; if a cinematographic film were taken of any process describable by means of the aforementioned laws and then played backwards, it would still portray a physically possible process. Secondly, our experience of time, at the macroscopic level, is not time-reversal invariant. Glasses can fall and break, but shards of glass cannot reassemble and fly up onto tables. We have memories of the past, and none of the future. We feel we can't change the past but can influence the future.
How is our experience of time at the macro level?
How is our experience of time at the macro level?
[ "How is our experience of time at the macro level?" ]
{ "text": [ "not time-reversal invariant" ], "answer_start": [ 395 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114091
572a2b821d04691400779805
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
The problem of the direction of time arises directly from two contradictory facts. Firstly, the fundamental physical laws are time-reversal invariant; if a cinematographic film were taken of any process describable by means of the aforementioned laws and then played backwards, it would still portray a physically possible process. Secondly, our experience of time, at the macroscopic level, is not time-reversal invariant. Glasses can fall and break, but shards of glass cannot reassemble and fly up onto tables. We have memories of the past, and none of the future. We feel we can't change the past but can influence the future.
What do we not have memories of?
What do we not have memories of?
[ "What do we not have memories of?" ]
{ "text": [ "the future" ], "answer_start": [ 556 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114092
5a42cd804a4859001aac7327
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
The problem of the direction of time arises directly from two contradictory facts. Firstly, the fundamental physical laws are time-reversal invariant; if a cinematographic film were taken of any process describable by means of the aforementioned laws and then played backwards, it would still portray a physically possible process. Secondly, our experience of time, at the macroscopic level, is not time-reversal invariant. Glasses can fall and break, but shards of glass cannot reassemble and fly up onto tables. We have memories of the past, and none of the future. We feel we can't change the past but can influence the future.
What laws are time-reversal variant?
What laws are time-reversal variant?
[ "What laws are time-reversal variant?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114093
5a42cd804a4859001aac7328
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
The problem of the direction of time arises directly from two contradictory facts. Firstly, the fundamental physical laws are time-reversal invariant; if a cinematographic film were taken of any process describable by means of the aforementioned laws and then played backwards, it would still portray a physically possible process. Secondly, our experience of time, at the macroscopic level, is not time-reversal invariant. Glasses can fall and break, but shards of glass cannot reassemble and fly up onto tables. We have memories of the past, and none of the future. We feel we can't change the past but can influence the future.
What do we experience as time-reversal invariant?
What do we experience as time-reversal invariant?
[ "What do we experience as time-reversal invariant?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114094
5a42cd804a4859001aac7329
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
The problem of the direction of time arises directly from two contradictory facts. Firstly, the fundamental physical laws are time-reversal invariant; if a cinematographic film were taken of any process describable by means of the aforementioned laws and then played backwards, it would still portray a physically possible process. Secondly, our experience of time, at the macroscopic level, is not time-reversal invariant. Glasses can fall and break, but shards of glass cannot reassemble and fly up onto tables. We have memories of the past, and none of the future. We feel we can't change the past but can influence the future.
What can we influence besides the future?
What can we influence besides the future?
[ "What can we influence besides the future?" ]
{ "text": [], "answer_start": [] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114095
572a34106aef05140015536a
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
But in statistical mechanics things get more complicated. On one hand, statistical mechanics is far superior to classical thermodynamics, in that thermodynamic behavior, such as glass breaking, can be explained by the fundamental laws of physics paired with a statistical postulate. But statistical mechanics, unlike classical thermodynamics, is time-reversal symmetric. The second law of thermodynamics, as it arises in statistical mechanics, merely states that it is overwhelmingly likely that net entropy will increase, but it is not an absolute law.
How are things in statistical mechanics?
How are things in statistical mechanics?
[ "How are things in statistical mechanics? " ]
{ "text": [ "complicated" ], "answer_start": [ 45 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114096
572a34106aef05140015536b
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
But in statistical mechanics things get more complicated. On one hand, statistical mechanics is far superior to classical thermodynamics, in that thermodynamic behavior, such as glass breaking, can be explained by the fundamental laws of physics paired with a statistical postulate. But statistical mechanics, unlike classical thermodynamics, is time-reversal symmetric. The second law of thermodynamics, as it arises in statistical mechanics, merely states that it is overwhelmingly likely that net entropy will increase, but it is not an absolute law.
What are superior to classical thermodynamics?
What are superior to classical thermodynamics?
[ "What are superior to classical thermodynamics?" ]
{ "text": [ "statistical mechanics" ], "answer_start": [ 71 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114097
572a34106aef05140015536c
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
But in statistical mechanics things get more complicated. On one hand, statistical mechanics is far superior to classical thermodynamics, in that thermodynamic behavior, such as glass breaking, can be explained by the fundamental laws of physics paired with a statistical postulate. But statistical mechanics, unlike classical thermodynamics, is time-reversal symmetric. The second law of thermodynamics, as it arises in statistical mechanics, merely states that it is overwhelmingly likely that net entropy will increase, but it is not an absolute law.
In order to explain glass breaking, Fundamental laws of physics can be paired with what?
In order to explain glass breaking, Fundamental laws of physics can be paired with what?
[ "In order to explain glass breaking, Fundamental laws of physics can be paired with what? " ]
{ "text": [ "a statistical postulate" ], "answer_start": [ 258 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114098
572a34106aef05140015536d
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
But in statistical mechanics things get more complicated. On one hand, statistical mechanics is far superior to classical thermodynamics, in that thermodynamic behavior, such as glass breaking, can be explained by the fundamental laws of physics paired with a statistical postulate. But statistical mechanics, unlike classical thermodynamics, is time-reversal symmetric. The second law of thermodynamics, as it arises in statistical mechanics, merely states that it is overwhelmingly likely that net entropy will increase, but it is not an absolute law.
Is statistical mechanics asymmetric or symmetric in regards to time-reversal?
Is statistical mechanics asymmetric or symmetric in regards to time-reversal?
[ "Is statistical mechanics asymmetric or symmetric in regards to time-reversal?" ]
{ "text": [ "symmetric" ], "answer_start": [ 360 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-114099
572a34106aef05140015536e
Philosophy_of_space_and_time
But in statistical mechanics things get more complicated. On one hand, statistical mechanics is far superior to classical thermodynamics, in that thermodynamic behavior, such as glass breaking, can be explained by the fundamental laws of physics paired with a statistical postulate. But statistical mechanics, unlike classical thermodynamics, is time-reversal symmetric. The second law of thermodynamics, as it arises in statistical mechanics, merely states that it is overwhelmingly likely that net entropy will increase, but it is not an absolute law.
What kind of law is the second law of thermodynamics, as it arises in statistical mechanics?
What kind of law is the second law of thermodynamics, as it arises in statistical mechanics?
[ "What kind of law is the second law of thermodynamics, as it arises in statistical mechanics?" ]
{ "text": [ "not an absolute law" ], "answer_start": [ 533 ] }