Process of Science: What Would You Say to a Friend

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Essay

Process of Science: What would you say to a friend who thinks that the general theory of relativity is a beautiful example of abstract thinking by humankind that explains extreme phenomena in astrophysics but has no application to everyday life?

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Definitions:

East Asian Literati

A cultural and social movement involving scholars and officials in East Asia who engaged in the arts, poetry, and philosophy, often emphasizing personal expression and the importance of nature.

Watercolor Pigments

The coloring substances used in watercolor painting, known for their ability to dissolve in water and create translucent layers of color.

Ink on Paper

A medium and method of artwork or writing that involves the application of ink onto paper, ranging from calligraphy to sketches.

Shitao

A Chinese monk and painter of the late Ming and early Qing dynasties, renowned for his innovative landscape paintings and poetic inscriptions.