REMINISCENCE

A lovely muse whispered to me:

Perfection occurs at 0 K, disorder=0.

However, it is not possible to reach 0 K due to crystal imperfections.

Nothing's perfect afterall.

First of all, note that the Kelvin scale is a theoretical scale. Therefore, all that is afore-mentioned is also theoretical by proof of induction. Why is it not possible to reach absolute zero? Because the naughty molecules are like hyperactive kids, full of energy, cannot stay still in one place...

Let's examine the first statement, "Perfection occurs at 0 K, disorder = 0". Basically it reiterates what was mentioned above. For perfection to occur, there must be no movement and the temperature must be zero Kelvin. In other words, the molecules must not only be vibrating at their fixed positions, having no further energy to be able to move about.. Like a hyperactive kid without limbs.

Now, we move on to the second statement, "However it is not possible to reach 0 k due to crystal imperfections." In other words, because molecules want to move around, therefore the crystal one has is considered to be "imperfect".

And now.. the third statement, "Nothing's perfect after all." Quite self explanatory, but is it true? As you read on, you will realise the answer is NO!

Consider this, to achieve perfection atomically, it must be at absolute zero and the molecules are in their fixed position. At a atomic level, it is deemed impossible to achieve this. However, consider from a macroscopic point of view instead, do you really need absolute zero for the crystal you hold in your hands to be perfect? Look at the crystal, do you feel that it is moving about in your hands, vibrating with each moment. Does it have sentinence, calling out to you as it tries to communicate with you? As you hold it in your hands, does the crystal change form? Does the solid undergo any morphological changes with time (naturally, not taking into account reaction with its surroundings whatsoever)?

If your answer is no, then surely you agree that perfection is not so impossible to achieve afterall. (Exercise your neck, nod your head.)

Let's consider perfection from another point of view. The eyeballs from which we see this multi-coloured world, the window of many worlds or so it seems. Within the eye itself, it is also made up of molecules, cells and God-knows-what. Atomically, following the above logic, the molecules in the eyeball are moving all the time, causing it to be vibrating nanoscopically.

So how can perfection be achieved? IF the molecules of the crystal and the eyeball are vibrating in synch, such that the molecules of the crystal appears not to be moving but staying stationary, THEN perfection is achieved for that special moment. How to record this stupendous moment in your life? Capture it with a CAMERA, doofus!!

On the other hand, since the eyeball is not so perfect itself, one can't really tell whether something is truly perfect or not. In other words, pass a certain point, one can deem the molecules of the crystals to be stationary according to the naked eye. Therefore, at a certain temperature, the naked eye can judge something to be perfect enough already. It doesn't have to be anymore perfect since an even more thorough perfection cannot be appreciated by the naked eye. In this case, it is possible to achieve perfection.

From another point of view, to achieve perfection by being stationary, how is it different from being dead? There is nothing to say that being dead is not a perfection in itself. Otherwise, what would the morticians emblaming the deceased be doing?? Of course, by normal standards, perfection in death is also difficult to achieve. That's why we have some creative murderers who prefer to arrange their victims (limbs or otherwise) in a certain artistic manner. Also, it explains why people who jumped off buildings often land in certain awkward positions, as outlined by the white chalk. These daring artists traded their lives for an expression of a lifetime that will never be phased out. Furthermore few would appreciate the sculpture of the theme, seeking perfection which they leave behind (to the uninitiated, hint : rigor mortis).

SO, never think that it is impossible to strive for perfection. By normal standard, perfection is possible as long as you put in your best and have no regrets afterwards.