Quote by Werner Heisenberg

I think that modern physics has definitely decided in favor of Plato. In fact the smallest units of matter are not physical objects in the ordinary sense; they are forms, ideas which can be expressed unambiguously only in mathematical language.


I think that modern physics has definitely decided in favor

Summary

This quote suggests that modern physics supports the ideas of Plato, the ancient Greek philosopher. It asserts that according to modern physics, the fundamental building blocks of matter are not physical objects but rather abstract forms or ideas. These forms can only be fully understood and described using mathematical language. Therefore, the quote implies a parallel between the abstract nature of the smallest units of matter according to modern physics and Plato's belief in the existence of ideal forms that underpin the physical world.

By Werner Heisenberg
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