I have noticed that many Einstein quotes mention his belief in 'truth and beauty' -
I was wondering, is it purely coincidental that two of the six quarks are also named
truth and beauty?
Asked by: Jenn Comito
Answer
The six quarks are up, down, strange, charm, top and bottom. I don't believe any of these have a reference to Einstein behind them. However, in science there is a guideline know as the Copernican Principle that states that the universe does not need human contrivance to exist. More generally, a theory that is formed on basic truths and simplistic beauty is much more acceptable than one with many in-depth facets. Einstein did believe that the universe is essentially simple. This explains his continued unrest
with the quantum theory and the 'fuzzy' universe it allowed.
Answered by: Bruce McElwee
'Our loyalties are to the species and the planet. We speak for Earth. Our obligation to survive is owed not just to ourselves but also to that Cosmos, ancient and vast, from which we spring.'