'ten Martini' Proof Uses Number Theory to Explain Quantum Fractals

The "Ten Martini" proof has sparked a lively discussion about the intersection of number theory and quantum fractals, with commenters debating the existence of mathematical concepts like the Cantor set in the real world. While some, like hawkjo, are struck by the idea that such abstract sets might exist in reality, others, like taneq, counter that physical manifestations are likely approximations rather than exact representations. The conversation meanders into related topics, such as the nature of simulations and the limits of measuring physical constants like pi, with some, like gchamonlive, questioning the implications of these ideas and others, like NoMoreNicksLeft, offering context on the simulation hypothesis. Amidst the tangents, interesting facts emerge, like Douglas Hofstadter's father Robert winning the physics Nobel, adding to the thread's eclectic charm.

Snapshot generated from the HN discussion