The Concept of Time: A Physicist's Perspective

What is the standard view in physics regarding the nature of time?

The standard view in physics is that we live in an eternalist universe where the past, present, and future are equally real.

How does the brain perceive time?

The brain has different clocks to tell milliseconds and seconds, a Circadian clock to tell the time of day, and different mechanisms to tell time in different contexts.

Why was time dilation a challenging concept for physicists to accept?

Time dilation contradicted the idea of time flowing at a constant rate, challenging the traditional understanding of time.

What did Einstein's concept of space-time propose?

Einstein's concept suggests that space and time are not separate entities, but are interconnected as a single continuum.

What are the opposing views on the nature of time?

There are conflicting views on whether the present is the only real moment or if past, present, and future are all equally real in the concept of eternalism.