Uncertain
Science & Physics
This
Sentience Thesis proposes the consciousness is comprised of unique sub-atomic
matter. The consciousness captures and
accrues that matter (electrons) from the physical senses: touch, taste, smell,
sight, hearing, etc. The sensory content
is supplemented with cognitive activity – deliberations, ideas, and choices,
made while on earth. The matter acquired
from both sources sum to constitute the consciousness or soul. The Thesis additionally asserts the content
of the soul predicates a person’s eligibility for, and ability to survive, the
eternal environment termed the afterlife.
The process of accruing matter is persistent and uninterrupted. Each conscious and unconscious action and
thought in life adds to the souls’ content.
It’s a remarkable process.
A
variety of academic and secular disciplines were investigated to compose and
validate the Sentience Thesis. There are
portions that require a thinking cap. Be
prepared. I had to dumb some topics and
concepts down to the lowest common denominator.
Frankly, I was initially unable to understand some postulates and
hypothesis. Reading… and re-reading… and
re-re-reading… (Occasionally more times) was a process to which I grew
accustomed. Once the concepts and basics
of quantum are understood, the principles and many details unravel. Quantum physics is a marvelous study. It tasks the brain and delves into the
essence of matter and life on the smallest (known) scale. Nothing exists without atoms and quarks - no
matter, no energy, nothing.
Like
most every discipline, or human endeavor, there are differences of opinion and
divergent interpretations in quantum physics.
Some of the unresolved conflicts in quantum are strident and
remarkable. The disputed areas form
fundamental and unavoidable concepts for physics and the Thesis. They define “accepted and acceptable”
properties and values associated with variables used in the equations that
constitute essential principles of quantum physics. Several critical assumptions in quantum were
thus formed. They are indispensable to
the discipline. Unbelievably, these
differences remain unresolved one hundred years hence.
“God
does not roll dice.” was Einstein’s remark when one of the first “equation
only” quantum assumptions arose - The Copenhagen Effect… The Uncertainty
Principle. Niels Bohr and Werner
Heisenberg postulated the interpretation in 1927. The Copenhagen Effect, or Uncertainty
Principle, is an implicit quantum assumption.
It is central to comprehending quantum from a conditional, “ideological”
view and it’s a doozey. This assumption
allows science to have reality both ways.
Incorporating uncertainty as reference standard assured absolutes are optional. Absolutes required for other branches of
science are conditional variables in quantum studies by design.
One component of the atom, the electron, is
the focus of the Uncertainty Principle and the Thesis. The electron is a curious and confounding
sub-atomic component. Words become very
important here. Component is used
because science lacks the ability to determine if the electron is a wave, or a
particle, or something else.
Examining
the atom is helpful to coordinate terminology.
The above image of the smallest atom, hydrogen, (above) reveals it
contains one electron and one proton. The static image resembles a solar system
– but it is crucial to know the electron is always in motion at light speed and
it never stops. In the image, the proton
is larger. It is the “sun” object for
this purpose – and it is fixed. The
electron is the planet object orbiting the sun/proton. It moves at the speed of light (maybe
faster). The image is almost
correct. But as you read above, the
precise location of the electron has never been determined – not once. Electrons, accordingly, remain an uncertain
area of study and that is troublesome for several reasons. When science began examining the generic
atom, the electron’s location could not be determined – absolutely,
precisely. The size and relative
location of each sub-atomic component is essential to comprehending the
operations of each constituent part within the atom.
To
better comprehend the relationships within an atom, let’s enlarge our atom to
the size of Yankee stadium. Enlarged, the proton is the size of a baseball on
the pitcher’s mound/middle of the stadium.
The electron becomes the size of a BB – the ammunition used in a Red
Rider rifle from the Christmas Story movie.
The electron is located at the bleacher farthest away from the pitcher’s
mound in center field. This enlarged
example reveals the approximated size of the components and the distance
between them.
What
appears a substantial empty space between the components of the atom may, or
may not, actually exist. Incredibly
small objects moving at light speed in a correspondingly small environment, an
environment where the objects are theorized to change states, and into other
components, and, where the energy present influences the internal domain of the
individual atom and the atoms with which they covalently congregate to form
other matter and elements, is admittedly an extremely difficult task. Physicists and scientists “discover” new
components of sub-atomic matter – quarks with improved technologies and
enhanced methods. The potential for
matter smaller than the sub-atomic components studied additionally exists. What is known and accepted as fact is a
temporary state. New technologies
regularly reveal new information, new facts; that are replaced once better
technology and investigation methods enables that advance. Conjecture and theory are established using
the most current information that is believed substantiated and verified.
When
you touch a solid object, you actually make contact with the extremely small
electron orbiting around the proton - at light speed. What the human senses detect as solid matter
is presumed a tiny object orbiting a proportionally vast empty space. Our fingers do not sense movement because of
the small size and speed of the electrons in the matter touched and within the
finger. The defects of human anatomy and
biology delay transmitting the sensation instantaneously. Detection of an object that small is not
possible, owed to the imprecise qualities of the human body – fingertip. The diameter of the hydrogen atom is
calculated as approximately one million times smaller than the human hair. The
diameter ranges from about 0.1 to 0.5 nanometers (1 × 10-10 m to 5 × 10-10
m). The electron’s small orbit at light
speed makes locating the electron, using the technology currently available
impossible. Science may eventually
develop technology to locate the electron.
But science and physicists refused to wait.
When
science realized they lacked the technology and ability to conclusively
determine the precise location of the electron – they faced a choice. Admit
they couldn’t do it, or, develop math expressions to approximate a guess on the
electron’s location. Science formed the
equation - hence the Uncertainty Principle.
This principle uses calculated guesswork to offer several “potential”
electron locations. This choice
infuriated some scientists and physicists.
They objected. They demanded
quantum adhere to the same restrictions imposed on every other discipline. Obviously, their objections were noted, but
not applied. The Uncertainty Principle
was incorporated, codified, and in conjunction with other math expressions,
pressed the study of quantum forward.
Each subsequent guess on the electron further clouds reality and the
actual information sought, and needed, to explore accurately… responsibly… within the limits of the Scientific Method
and basic philosophical truths. What
approximations miss (the errors present and created) stand to be
significant. The information lost and
errors compound each time the calculation is used and a new equation is layered
upon the previous equation(s). In lieu
of tangible, precise information, the exact properties of an electron cannot be
determined by approximation. Truth is
masked. A generic, utilitarian,
approximated value makes due.
The
known and accepted properties and behaviors of the electron – as might be
expected – are bizarre, maddening, and occasionally impossible – compared to
classic physics and other tangible and accepted laws of science. The electron’s uncertainty tortures
“conventional” logic and rationality.
Science
wanted to discover legitimate evidence regarding the electron/photon and
devised an experiment to collect the evidence – the Dual Slit. This experiment exposed the disturbing and
confounding properties of the electron and the “Uncertain” reality that
partially defines it. The Dual Slit
experiment was one of the earliest quantum investigations designed. The outcome
of the Dual Slit experiment must have blown the physicist’s minds – and
frustrated their objectives. The outcome
has not changed since the first attempt.
When analyzed – the results continue to challenge rational evaluations
and expectations. It also redefines our
perceived physical and metaphysical realities – depending upon your
perspective. The results display God’s
remarkable ability to confound man and science in plain sight. The answers are present. At least one is glaring and obvious. It is science’s prejudiced standards of
evaluation that compromise and confounds their efforts.
The
design of the Dual Slit experiment involves shooting a stream of
electrons/photons through two barriers placed a few inches away from the device
emitting the electrons. The barriers and
capture plate are staggered – each a few inches apart moving away from the
electron “gun”. The first barrier has
one vertical slit. A second barrier sits
behind the first and contains two vertical slits. The electron/photons passing thru the slits
in both barriers impacts a capture plate where the electron locations are
recorded, verified, and analyzed.
Any
stream of electrons/photons used in the Dual Slit experiment are (assumed)
waves of matter as they leave the gun.
This description of electrons is what science initially thought. The results of the Dual Slit experiment
recalibrated and re-defied what science thought. The pattern the electrons/photons produced on
the capture plate (in a rational world) should resemble the light waves shot
through the double slits. That did not
happen. Unexpectedly, dots, particles of matter (not waves)
accumulated into groups that formed columns on the capture plate. The far right portion of the image below shows
how the particles arranged. The
electrons were presumed in waveform when released from the gun - based upon
previous behaviors observed. Defying
expectations and rationality, when the capture plate was examined the
anticipated collection of waves had changed, and became a collection of
particles that formed an amazing pattern.
There
are only two slits on the second barrier plate. How these particles arranged themselves into
columns of particles remains unknown to this day. Amazingly, if a wider capture screen is used,
there are more groups of rows. It
appears the waves/particles organize themselves into ordered groups. The electrons also form a “graduated” image
like shading. The electrons gather into
what may be compared to vertical cylinders in repeating gradations of
intensity. Columns of intense, compacted
particles gradually fade to very few particles, then back to intense columns of
particles - repeatedly.
The
capture screen is flat – essentially two-dimensional. Nothing in the configuration of the capture
plate contributes to the pattern produced; that science can determine.
The
act of experimentation - capturing physical evidence of the electron/photon
using specific conditions, defied rational expectations. Particles, not waves were produced. The environment created by the conducting
experiment, can be inferred to influence or determine the components quantum
state! The experiment, potentially, reveals
the electron can exist in either wave or particle state, or perhaps some other
state (currently unknown) contingent upon specific environmental conditions. Is it plausible the act of experimentation,
an observer examining the component – trying to detect or capture the
component, influenced, or predicated, the state the component adopted, and,
when the state was adopted. The cause
and effect dynamics attributed to the component’s alternative state expands the potential rational explanations
available. Implying the electron/photon
chose its state contingent upon the actions of the observer is rational. Sentience is rational, potential condition,
or quality, of the component. The first
observation of sentience - defined by the component reacting to the environment
is feasible. The second observation implies
the sentience present inspired a response, or reaction “learned” from its
predecessors. Assuming a divine context
and contribution, the sentience proposed aligns with phenomenon, explains
causality, and supports the premise for a comprehensive, intelligent design; a
divine design - God. Science ignoring the potential sentience ostensibly
eliminates the possibility of a divine presence and influence.
More
strange behaviors were noted as the study of electrons/photons expanded. The sentience potential increases as the
number of other inexplicable properties and behaviors of the electron/photon accumulate. (Religion should embrace the results of this
experiment and demand the most obvious potential explanation be
considered.)
A
review of the amazing and unpredictable properties and behaviors observed in
the electron/photon includes:
The
electron/photon is a sub-atomic component
The
electron/photon move at light speed
The
electron/photon is conditionally both a wave AND a particle.
The
component can occupy the different states and locations - simultaneously.
The
components, when entangled, can share “information” faster than light speed
across vast distances.
Electricity
is the flow of electrons. Electrical
energy present in a body is recognized by medicine and science as evidence of
life. The presence of life is determined
using an electro-encephalogram, EEG. The
EEG detects and measures electricity in the brain. An absence of this energy indicates no life
- death.
The
photon/electron’s known, and potential behaviors, are why this study is termed
Sentient. The results arising from the Dual-Slit
experiment indicates the electron/photon potentially changes its state based
upon the conditions in the environment the experiment, and observation, create. Rational analysis of the information produced
by the experiment’s several outcome(s) must include the observed phenomenon that
indicates potential sentience: “to sense”.
When
science conducted the double slit experiment and encountered this inexplicable
reality that defies classic physics (and common sense) they faced a significant
quandary. All the baffling behaviors
needed explaining. At the time of the
first Dual Slit experiment, science only had classic physics for reference and
basic analog tools to enhance their investigations. Science couldn’t entirely explain the
phenomena with the tools and information possessed. New interpretations, and conclusions, and
postulates, were created trying to explain what the Dual Slit experiment revealed
– from a secular perspective… poorly.
The analysis and resulting interpretations did not locate a documented
opinion that considered the potential for electron/photon sentience, nor did
science conclude the potential of an undetected dimension present within the boundaries
of the electron shell, or BOTH!
The
explanation chosen by science served one concern well. Science chose expedience. Exploring the quantum realm using Uncertainty
preserved their authority as the holders and givers of truth and fact. Science refused to admit not enough
information was known to form a credible and legitimate conclusion that
explained the electrons behaviors in the Dual Slit – based upon traditional
standards. Conflicts arose between
physicists and other disciplines of physics and science. Quantum physics was a relatively new field of
research. Professional opportunities
awaited those who could provide explanations for very small pieces of matter. With few, or no comparative benchmarks established,
and fewer experts able to comprehend the mathematical expressions used to
validate, or disprove, the assertions made; complex equations and calibrated conjecture
sufficed.
Not
every physicist or scientist was content with the “uncertain” conclusions
drawn. Albert Einstein was one of
several who rebuked the uncertainty findings.
Another was physicist Edwin Schrodinger.
Uncertainty, the Copenhagen Effect, moved Schrodinger to posit the Cat
Paradox:
A
cat is placed inside a box with a deadly compound, that, if released, will kill
the cat. When a person opens the box to
examine the cat, the act may trigger the deadly compound. The cat will be alive, or dead – depending
upon WHEN, (or, as learned from photon behaviors: “WHERE and potentially HOW”)
a person opens the box to investigate the cat.
The
Copenhagen Effect permits mischief and introduces chance for causality. Chance in mathematical calculations requires
special operators. Schrodinger, a young
physicist seeking fame and fortune, complied and delivered - Ψ. Other physicists added their own operators
when conventional math failed to deliver, or was unable to design, the desired results. Predictably, Schrodinger grew unhappy with
the direction of quantum physics; the absence of verifiable and tangible evidence
and controls among other concerns. Erwin
Schrodinger was an immense intellect who provided the discipline a formula and
math operator to quantify chance, or change, overtime. Schrodinger’s amazing work is evidence of his
considerable mind. He made profound
statements that detail his dissatisfaction with the indeterminate structure of
quantum physics that “evolved” within the discipline.
“I don’t like it (quantum
mechanics) and I’m sorry I ever had anything to do with it.”
“The verbal interpretation, on
the other hand, i.e. the metaphysics of quantum physics, is on far less solid
ground. In fact, in more than forty years physicists have not been able to
provide a clear metaphysical model.”
"God knows I am no friend
of probability theory, I have hated it from the first moment when our dear
friend Max Born gave it birth. For it could be seen how easy and simple it
made everything, in principle, everything ironed and the true problems
concealed. Everybody must jump on the bandwagon [Ausweg]. And actually
not a year passed before it became an official credo, and it still is."
Science
continued trying to clarify the indeterminate, uncertain, state of the
electron. Niels Bohr calculated matrices
of potential locations for electrons orbiting a nucleus in his work with
Heisenberg – noted above. Another
physicist, Max Born, clarified Bohr’s analysis and suggested the
electron/photon reside in a perpetual state of uncertainty. Born’s Probability Density postulate suggests
electrons/photons follow a predictable path, even if their location cannot be
absolutely determined. These behaviors
form a “cloud” of probability density – see image below.
The
cloud metaphor is accurate. It helps to visualize
how the electron path creates the appearance and sensation of solid matter -
when touched by a human hand or utilized.
Remember, though, the atom is presumed mostly empty space. All matter on earth is comprised of atoms. Concordantly, all matter is presumed mostly
empty space. Your body is no
different. Electrons whirling about at
light speed in your finger tip make contact with moving electrons in any object
touched and your brain comprehends a solid surface, or another state of
matter. Some matter, like a rock, is
rigid and durable. Other matter is fluid
or gaseous. Another stat is plasma. Regardless of the state, all matter contains
electrons spinning in an uncertain, indeterminate, orbit around various protons
at light speed. The number of protons,
neutrons, and electrons determine the type, and weight of matter. The more numerous the assemblies, the heavier
it becomes.
Born’s
postulate is significant because it implies “whole” electron particles are
witnessed when the investigation of the experiment’s results is
conducted. This contradicted Bohr’s conclusion that implied partial states,
portions of electrons, are witnessed.
Both conclude the electron’s state is predicated on external
investigation! When acts of experimentation
and examination seek to detect the electron, it changes its state in reaction
to the investigation. Science would
term the most obvious explanation for the phenomena Super Natural.
The
primary objective of the Sentience Theory is defining the human soul, or
consciousness. The soul consists of
electrons/photons. These objects of
matter are essential and necessary for life - both human and animal. Man enlarges his soul throughout a lifetime
by accruing sensory experiences and conscious effort. Combined with the behaviors acted out over a
lifetime, man accrues and prepares his soul.
Per Einstein’s theory: Mass/Matter = Energy. Further, classic science contends matter
cannot be created nor destroyed. This contention
assumes all the matter in the universe was always present - a static
assumption. Additionally, the contention
asserts matter cannot be destroyed or removed from the physical universe.
The
matter comprising a human consciousness, or soul, exits the body at death, or
becomes undetectable. Religion contends
– the soul departs the body for an unknown location. At future predetermined time, God interprets
the content of the soul and judges the individual. God then places the soul in an environment,
and perhaps another vessel/body, where the individual continues on their
eternal journey. The consciousness, or
soul, continues acquiring more data, information, expanding their intellect
throughout eternity.
Relevant information arising from the study
suggests the electron/photon is a unique component of an atom that contains and
displays properties that are currently incomprehensible - due to technological
limitations and the scale of the environment studied. The Thesis asserts the electron/photon that
provides life is an undetermined and unrecognized sub-atomic component. The component exhibits sentience - a
predictable response to external stimuli.
Evidence further suggests the electrons defy rational expectation and
traditional classification. An
interpretation the electrons/photons are not universal, homogenous, sub-atomic
components is cogent and stable -based upon evaluating the phenomena observed
and available evidence.
The
uncertainty within the discipline of quantum mechanics suggests once
investigation passes inside the atom shell (the orbit of the electron around
the nucleus) many of the accepted laws that define classic physics change. One component of the atom, the
electron/photon, also displays characteristics that appear to defy classic
views on reality and life - as we know it.
If conceptual reality, the reality bound to the laws defined as “classic
(Newtonian) physics” - changes inside the atomic shell - the atom, the
universe, the mysteries of God, our souls, and the continuity of the physical
world - correspondingly changes. If
true, this infers the physical laws embraced by mankind and used in assessing
the universe are not yet comprehensively understood. A duality may exist in the reality recognized
due to the limitations resident in perception.
Potentially, a different dimension, or the physical laws that order the
sub-atomic domain, exists inside the boundaries of the electron shell! Both conditions, new dimension and
alternative rules are potentially accurate.
If the conditions predicated by the premise are valid, all the matter in
the known universe is subject to, and influenced by, at least two sets of laws,
and, life is far more complicated than currently assessed and presumed. The Miller-Urey experiment and postulate
infers and substantiates this conclusion.
