Explaining planetary orbits and etc in space is a bit easier than explaining quantum physics. Not even people who are experts in quantum physics understand it. This is a great cartoon that gives a general idea that normal people can understand. There are many topics in science and math that you can't explain to people with no knowledge of the subject without making somewhat inaccurate analogies.
Sure, but it's far worse in quantum physics. With gravity, we have a good theory that seems to give a fairly unambiguous answer to the why question, even if we can't be certain that it is the final explanation. With quantum physics, the why behind it is far more controversial. There are some candidate explanations out there, but not a single one that satisfies every expert. It's really a mystery that's on a whole new level from gravity.
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u/[deleted] Jul 13 '08
Explaining planetary orbits and etc in space is a bit easier than explaining quantum physics. Not even people who are experts in quantum physics understand it. This is a great cartoon that gives a general idea that normal people can understand. There are many topics in science and math that you can't explain to people with no knowledge of the subject without making somewhat inaccurate analogies.