Re: Re: Evidence: Open vs. Closed Universe

From: Estacado66@aol.com
Date: Tue Nov 25 1997 - 11:56:09 MST


In a message dated 11/25/97 7:59:22 AM, you wrote:

<< In the first instance I said that *observations* tend at this
stage to support an open universe. In the second instance I said that there
are many *theoretical* reasons for believing a closed universe is probable.>>

   Epistemologically there are zero reasons for believing a closed
universe is even possible. In 20-25 years, when physicists favor
honesty over grant money, emotions, and public opinion the answer
will be obvious to everyone. (And I won't be humble enough to refrain
from saying "I told you so".)

Estacado



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