What would be the implications of a pseudoscientific 5th fundamental force?

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heyyy, im writing a sci fi parapsychology related story and it has a bunch of pseudoscience, including a real psi force. to make my story more accurate and to have more ideas I'm curious about the implications of such a force for the rest of science in my fictional world assuming that the force is the main alteration from the real world. essentially, what happens to particle physics, quantum physics, relativity, classical physics, consciousness etc with there being humans who can control a psychic force with their mind and influence reality ? it implies a higher power and non-computational consciousness, correct? so I could incorporate that into the fictional world? I need to come up with a mechanism for all of it too

thank you if anyone helps me w this !!!
 
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There's not a lot of restrictions here. When you rewrite the laws of physics you can say they are anything you want. If you are looking for consistency though, between your new law and the rest of existing physics, you are unlikely to reliably find it.
 
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heyyy, im writing a sci fi parapsychology related story and it has a bunch of pseudoscience, including a real psi force. to make my story more accurate and to have more ideas I'm curious about the implications of such a force for the rest of science in my fictional world assuming that the force is the main alteration from the real world. essentially, what happens to particle physics, quantum physics, relativity, classical physics, consciousness etc with there being humans who can control a psychic force with their mind and influence reality ? it implies a higher power and non-computational consciousness, correct? so I could incorporate that into the fictional world? I need to come up with a mechanism for all of it too

thank you if anyone helps me w this !!!
Here's a thread of speculation about something like this. http://hi.gher.space/forum/viewtopic.php?f=27&t=2340 Any further discussion would be better to take place over there instead of here, I think.
 

FAQ: What would be the implications of a pseudoscientific 5th fundamental force?

What is a pseudoscientific 5th fundamental force?

A pseudoscientific 5th fundamental force refers to a hypothetical force that is not supported by empirical evidence or the scientific method. It is often proposed in the context of fringe theories that claim to explain phenomena outside the established framework of physics, such as gravity, electromagnetism, the weak nuclear force, and the strong nuclear force.

What would be the scientific community's response to the proposal of a 5th fundamental force?

The scientific community would likely approach the proposal with skepticism, demanding rigorous experimental evidence and theoretical justification. Peer review and replication of results would be essential for the idea to gain acceptance. If the evidence were insufficient or flawed, the proposal would be dismissed as pseudoscience.

How would a pseudoscientific 5th fundamental force affect current scientific theories?

If a pseudoscientific 5th fundamental force were proposed, it could create confusion and lead to the questioning of established theories. However, without credible evidence, it would not have a significant impact on the scientific consensus. Established theories, like the Standard Model of particle physics, would remain intact until compelling evidence necessitated a revision.

Could a pseudoscientific 5th fundamental force lead to real-world consequences?

While a pseudoscientific 5th fundamental force itself may not have direct real-world consequences, the promotion of such ideas could mislead the public and divert resources away from legitimate scientific research. It could also foster a distrust of science and the scientific method if people are misled by unfounded claims.

What lessons can be learned from the idea of a pseudoscientific 5th fundamental force?

The idea of a pseudoscientific 5th fundamental force underscores the importance of critical thinking and skepticism in science. It highlights the necessity for rigorous testing and validation of new theories, as well as the need for clear communication between scientists and the public to prevent misunderstandings about what constitutes legitimate science.

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