10 Universal Truths

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1. Logical Truths

  • A thing is equal to itself (( A = A )) – Law of Identity.
  • A thing cannot both be and not be at the same time (( A \neq \text{not } A )) – Law of Non-Contradiction.
  • Something must either be or not be (( A ) or ( \text{not } A )) – Law of the Excluded Middle.

2. Mathematical Truths

  • ( 1 + 1 = 2 ).
  • The angles of a triangle add up to ( 180^\circ ) (in Euclidean geometry).
  • ( a^2 + b^2 = c^2 ) for right triangles (Pythagorean theorem).

3. Physical (Scientific) Truths

  • Energy cannot be created or destroyed (First Law of Thermodynamics).
  • The speed of light in a vacuum (( c )) is constant (( \approx 299,792,458 , \text{m/s} )).
  • Matter and energy are interchangeable (( E = mc^2 )).
  • The universe is governed by cause and effect.

4. Philosophical Truths

  • Change is inevitable.
  • Actions have consequences.
  • Conscious experience exists ("I think, therefore I am").

5. Biological Truths

  • Life requires energy to sustain itself.
  • All living organisms eventually die.
  • DNA is the blueprint of life (on Earth).
  • Evolution through natural selection drives diversity and adaptation.

6. Cosmic Truths

  • The universe is expanding.
  • Gravity governs the motion of celestial bodies.
  • Time moves forward.

7. Practical Truths

  • Nothing is truly free; every action has a cost or trade-off.
  • Cooperation enables survival and progress.
  • Perception shapes reality for individuals.