The world has developed through several stages,
and it is indeed in a constant evolutionary process.This
means that the changes one has witnessed in the
past hundred years are not the only ones. From
the period of mechanization onwards, there have
been several changes in society visible. These
have mainly been caused due to the technological
development and awareness. There are bound to
be more changes, some of which may be drastic,
leaving indelible scars across the planet.
Indeed, this refers to the manner in which man
has progresses, leaving his marks at every point
in history. Einstein is indeed one of these men,
but sadly, his creativeness has not only been
put to good use.
Societal changes have largely been brought about
through technological advancement, through which
the forces of production have been changed. With
these changes, the relationships between the forces
of production have also changed. This has led
to several other changes in the culture of various
regions.
One type of change that has occurred particularly
is in the energy sector. This refers to the types
of atomic and nuclear energy developed in the
last hundred years or so. Indeed, there were individuals
responsible for these changes or developments.
Names like Marie Currie are commonly associated
with the first discoveries of radiation, and then,
of course, perhaps the greatest name Albert Einstein
has become known to us.
Albert Einstein is indeed remembered for his
genius in mathematics, chemistry and physics.
It was because of accurate calculations and innovativeness
that today’s world is well aware of the
power of atomic and nuclear energy.
It is this form of energy that has transformed
the world into a fast-paced one; a world that
has tremendous capability and also the power to
self-destruct. However, considering the positives
of atomic and nuclear energy, it must be asserted
that Einstein was primarily one of the individuals
responsible for development of this form of energy.
The world today knows how to curtail expenses
in energy provisions, and channel its expenses
in a manner that can be used to develop other
parts of society that have been deprived. In view
of this, it can be seen how Einstein has indeed
contributed to the development of western societies
in particular. In addition to this, he has also
impacted countries in the east. Even countries
such as Iran have acquired their nuclear capability
and save millions of dollars selling their underground
oil resources to countries without energy resources.
In view of countries, having nuclear power, it
must also be observed that there is considerable
controversy raging over them; it is supposed that
those countries with nuclear power are also capable
of developing nuclear weapons. This is something
that is of great danger to everyone on the planet.
It has been observed that countries with these
capabilities may be terrorist states, and for
this reason they are being hunted down and checked
for their capability. Countries such as North
Korea in particular are said to be of immense
danger to the planet, particularly because of
its anti-American stance, and it being a Communist
nation.
In addition to the threats that exist today
because of Einstein’s genius, it must be
emphasized that the devastating bombing incidents
in Hiroshima and Nagasaki were also the cause
of atomic knowledge. Millions perished there,
generations later many are born with mutations,
and till today nothing grows on that land. The
severity is something that has warned nations
of venturing into nuclear conflict. However, few
pay attention, and the world currently is at a
stage where it fears another fierce disaster.
Apparently, there are two sides to view Einstein’s
genius from; the merits of atomic and nuclear
energy, and also the destruction that his work
has caused. In view of what the world has witnessed
Einstein was once asked about what kinds of weapons
would be used in World War Three. To this he answered,
“I don't know what weapons World War Three
will be fought with, but World War four will be
fought with sticks and stones” (Albert Einstein
Quotes, 2004). It is evident that through his
own work and the way that his work was used, he
was aware that nothing but devastation would result
should there be a Third World War, which is why
man kind would not be able to bring itself up
to the standards the world is at presently.
Reference:
Albert Einstein Quotes, 2004. http://www.evula.com/quotes/einstein.html
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