Masterpieces

Rovelli compares the theory of relativity to Mozart’s Requiem and the Sistine Chapel, calling it a masterpiece. He believes that it might take a long time to appreciate such masterpieces entirely, but that the resulting enjoyment of them is worth it. Do you see beauty in the theory? Explain, either way.

Quantum theory

Quantum theory has been considered so strange to many people that they have not wanted to accept it to be true. And scientific theories have, in the past, been disproven after longer periods of time than what has now passed. However, as Rovelli says, its equations have been applied to develop many modern technologies. Look into its principles a little further and discuss their validity, using as much reasoning based on physics as you can.

The universe moving like waves

Rovelli describes the universe as moving like the waves in the ocean...