From Robert Bright
With regard to Steve Field’s letter concerning the possible quantum explanation for disappearing socks (23 June, p 31), this is in fact a biological phenomenon. Has he not noticed that metal coat hangers seem to mysteriously multiply? The answer is simple. Socks are a larval form of coat hanger.
From Bob Millar
On the subject of missing quantum socks, my own experiments have thrown up interesting observations – and we all know how important observation is in quantum theory.
I have discovered it is the rotation of the washing or drying drum that causes the disappearances. Just like a planet, there is a degree of frame-dragging going on. This imparts a stress on space-time and some socks manage to disappear from our continuum.
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There is evidence – I have noted a missing sock has turned up in a previous wash, indicating time travel of a week or more.
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