If sexual attraction evolved to promote reproduction, why isn’t exclusive same-sex attraction considered a biological dysfunction? Is it because biology defines “dysfunction” differently than simply reduced reproductive success?

Genuine question absolutely not intended to be homophobic

Hi everyone,

I had a thought experiment that I can't stop thinking about, and I'm curious whether anything similar already exists in mathematics or theoretical physics.

We usually imagine scales as an infinite sequence:

galaxies → stars → planets → humans → cells → molecules → atoms → nuclei → quarks → Planck scale.

But what if the space of scales isn't an infinite line?

Imagine that scale itself has a closed topology. Instead of reaching an absolute smallest scale, continuously moving toward smaller and smaller scales would eventually bring you back to the largest scales—not by teleportation, but because the geometry of scale loops back on itself.

I'm not claiming this is a physical theory or that nature works this way. I'm only asking whether any mathematical framework or theoretical idea resembles this kind of "closed scale space."

Does this connect in any way with topology, quantum gravity, string theory, or any other area of mathematical physics?

I'd really appreciate any references, papers, or similar concepts.

Not because its so exciting but because it gives you chills.

For artists they say: "Create more art than you consume, that's the way to level up."... Or something like that.

What about science? Should scientists consume less and create more, or the other way around?

I know, that's bigger part philosophy and smaller part science, but I definitely need scientists to answer.

Also, I think it can vary a lot between fields, so let's see the opinions.

When a person lifts weights their muscles experience micro-tears which trigger the healing and regrowth of muscle. This process is the foundation for body building.

My question is simple. If the entire process is ultimately rooted in your muscles healing from past damage, would causing muscle damage outside of exercise trigger muscle growth?

Say a person had their biceps needled like some do with dry needling for muscle and tendon pain. Would you not be able to induce hypertrophy through this type of controlled damage?

I was thinking about how some of our muscles work, such as the arm for instance. Flexors, extensors, pronators.

I'm not exactly sure how to pose this question, but how does something like the musculature system for a limb (for example...) evolve? Does it start with just one muscle which moves the bone in a simple way?