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Distant Time and the Hint of a Multiverse

TED-Ed via YouTube

Overview

Embark on a captivating 16-minute journey through the nature of time and the universe with cosmologist Sean Carroll's thought-provoking TED talk. Explore the deceptively simple yet profound question of why time exists at all, and discover how the potential answers lead to a surprising perspective on the nature of the universe and our place within it. Delve into topics such as entropy, the problem of time, the future of the cosmos, and the concept of a natural universe. Conclude with an intriguing exploration of the multiverse theory, challenging conventional understanding of reality and expanding the horizons of cosmological thought.

Syllabus

Intro
Why is the universe like this
Entropy
The problem
The future
The natural universe
The multiverse

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TED-Ed

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