Quote by Alan Sokal

Anyone who believes that the laws of physics are mere social conventions is invited to try transgressing those conventions from the windows of my apartment. (I live on the twenty-first floor.)

Anyone who believes that the laws of physics are mere social

Summary

This quote, often attributed to physicist Alan Sokal, serves as a witty response to the idea that the laws of physics are subjective or simple societal constructs. By inviting people to disregard these "conventions" and attempt to defy the laws of gravity by jumping out of a window, the quote humorously highlights the undeniable, objective reality of the laws of physics. It showcases the idea that while societal conventions or beliefs may vary, the laws that dictate the functioning of the physical world remain invariant.

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Science Philosophy Physics

By Alan Sokal

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