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The Bridge Function of Quantum Theory--Between Classic Science and System Science

Min Liu

Published Jan 1, 2010• 0 citations
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Abstract

Science west modern science began,the appearance of system science was the largest revolution of science,and it is the deepest transform of paradigm.Classic science and system science are always believed two different forms science with different theory traditions.However,they are not unrelated with each other.There is a connection between them.In my opinion,quantum theory is the turning point from classic science to system science.In the view of methodology,I think there is some information which may communicate this two sciences in quantum theory.In another word,theory provides the possibility which can contact classic science and system science.It's discussed from three sides.

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