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Old 14th September 2006, 08:24 AM   #1
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TruthSeeker1234 Apology To Mackey

I think that the 2nd law of thermodynamics would favor an asymmetrical building collapse over a symmetrical one. In opposing this view, Mackey invoked Newton's third law of motion (every action has an equal and opposite reaciton). In my haste, I mistakenly thought Mackey had invoked the third law of thermodynamics. Believing this, I called Mackey's position "inane".

It was wrong of me to say that, and I take it back. I'm sorry.
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Old 14th September 2006, 08:37 AM   #2
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*awards TS1234 five respect points for public apology*
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Old 14th September 2006, 08:45 AM   #3
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Thank you. I appreciate this gesture.

If you would like to discuss why I believe the Second Law of Thermodynamics says no such thing, I would be glad to explain.
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Old 14th September 2006, 08:48 AM   #4
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Wow... OK, Truthseeker1234, I'm impressed. This is really a first for the CT crowd.
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Old 14th September 2006, 08:53 AM   #5
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Originally Posted by TruthSeeker1234 View Post
I think that the 2nd law of thermodynamics would favor an asymmetrical building collapse over a symmetrical one. In opposing this view, Mackey invoked Newton's third law of motion (every action has an equal and opposite reaciton). In my haste, I mistakenly thought Mackey had invoked the third law of thermodynamics. Believing this, I called Mackey's position "inane". It was wrong of me to say that, and I take it back. I'm sorry.
Seriously, Truthseeker1234: Is it your job to disquiet people in here?

You obviously have a problem with the controlled demolition
stuff. It seems, that you donīt understand why the buildings
fell. So i also think, that you have a problem with the official
story. On the other hand it brings me to the conclusion, that
you might believe in an involvement of the government.

So let me ask you:
What exactly is your point? Just go back - what do you really
want to know? Take some time to articulate the exact question
you have.

Regards,
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Old 14th September 2006, 09:00 AM   #6
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Truthseeker:

I think your apology is appropriate and well done. Nice job.

Your physics, on the other hand, needs some work yet. Try an experiment for me. Take a bucket of sand and pour it slowly, from a height, onto the floor.

Please explain why the 2nd Law of Thermodynamics doesn't insist that the resulting pile be asymmetrical.
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Old 14th September 2006, 09:04 AM   #7
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A very nice gesture on the OP's part.
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Old 14th September 2006, 09:05 AM   #8
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I hate to play the forum cop twice in one morning, but as much as I've ranted against this guy since he showed up, he did have the decency to start this thread apologizing for an error in judgment. I applaud him for that.

I will gladly continue my rants against him in the other threads which deserve it, but not this one, I hope others would agree.
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Old 14th September 2006, 09:05 AM   #9
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Originally Posted by TruthSeeker1234 View Post
I think that the 2nd law of thermodynamics would favor an asymmetrical building collapse over a symmetrical one. In opposing this view, Mackey invoked Newton's third law of motion (every action has an equal and opposite reaciton). In my haste, I mistakenly thought Mackey had invoked the third law of thermodynamics. Believing this, I called Mackey's position "inane".

It was wrong of me to say that, and I take it back. I'm sorry.
I may not agree with your theories and views, but it takes a big person to admit a mistake, publicly or otherwise. God knows I have a difficult time doing it myself. I applaud you for it.
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