Constructivism (mathematics)

Limited principle of omniscience

In constructive mathematics, the limited principle of omniscience (LPO) and the lesser limited principle of omniscience (LLPO) are axioms that are nonconstructive but are weaker than the full law of the excluded middle. The LPO and LLPO axioms are used to gauge the amount of nonconstructivity required for an argument, as in constructive reverse mathematics. They are also related to weak counterexamples in the sense of Brouwer. (Wikipedia).

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Thermodynamics 4c - Entropy and the Second Law III

We consider in more detail how the fundamental laws of mechanics cannot account for the irreversibility of a system. Yet we find evidence that "special" states are easily transformed into "non-special" states while transforming a non-special state into a special state requires "fine-tuning

From playlist Thermodynamics

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Thermodynamics 4a - Entropy and the Second Law I

The Second Law of Thermodynamics is one of the most important laws in all of physics. But it is also one of the more difficult to understand. Central to it are the concepts of reversibility and entropy. Note on the definition of a "closed system." I am using the term "closed system" in th

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Thermodynamics 3a - Energy and the First Law I

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Thermodynamics and the End of the Universe: Energy, Entropy, and the fundamental laws of physics.

Easy to understand animation explaining energy, entropy, and all the basic concepts including refrigeration, heat engines, and the end of all life in the Universe.

From playlist Science

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Teach Astronomy - The Anthropic Principle

http://www.teachastronomy.com/ The anthropic principle is an extraordinary idea that is somewhat controversial even amongst scientists. It's possible that the existence of life in the universe is not an accident, that the role of life in the universe is more central than we might imagine.

From playlist 29. Prospects of Nonhuman Intelligences

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Visit http://ilectureonline.com for more math and science lectures! In this video I will explain the 2nd Law of Thermodynamics (no 100% efficiency).

From playlist PHYSICS - THERMODYNAMICS

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From playlist Big Questions About God - Closer To Truth - Core Topic

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From playlist PHYSICS 70 PRINCIPLE OF LEAST ACTION: ADVANCED MECHANICS

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From playlist Big Questions About God - Closer To Truth - Core Topic

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Understanding Second Law of Thermodynamics !

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Peter van Inwagen - Does God's Knowledge Quash Free Will?

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From playlist Big Questions About God - Closer To Truth - Core Topic

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Can Metaphysics Discern God II? | Episode 1705 | Closer To Truth

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From playlist Big Questions About God - Closer To Truth - Core Topic

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Does God Have a Nature? | Episode 810 | Closer To Truth

What does it mean for God to have a "nature"? Will contradictions emerge that deny God? Or can we know even a little of what such an incredible Being might be like? Featuring interviews with Brian Leftow, Keith Ward, Bede Rundle, David Shatz, and Alvin Plantinga. Season 8, Episode 10 - #

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Indian Philosophy by Dr. Satya Sundar Sethy, Department of Humanities and Social Sciences, IIT Madras. For more details on NPTEL visit http://nptel.iitm.ac.in

From playlist IIT Madras: Introduction to Indian Philosophy | CosmoLearning.org Philosophy

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From playlist The GDPR and Beyond: Privacy, Transparency and the Law

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From playlist Closer To Truth | Season 13

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