Is There a 2nd Dimension in Time?

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The discussion centers on the concept of a second dimension in time, referencing theories such as "the trousers of time" which suggest alternate realities or parallel dimensions. Participants express curiosity about the acceptance of this idea within the scientific community, noting that while extra dimensions are commonly discussed in string theory, they primarily pertain to spatial dimensions rather than temporal ones. The conversation highlights a blend of science fiction and theoretical physics, indicating that the notion of a second time dimension is not widely recognized or established in current scientific discourse.

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2 dimensions in time?

sorry for another thread, anyway, I've heard before theories about 'the trousers of time' and such, basically, a dimension consulting choice, which allows the theory of alternate realities or parrallel dimensions

however i have never heard anyone say about the possibility of this being a whole extra dimension in time, i have heard of extra dimensions, but only in the string theory, and i believe that was 6 new space dimensions

is this a commonly accepted idea or is it reletivly new and fresh?
 
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hexhunter said:
sorry for another thread, anyway, I've heard before theories about 'the trousers of time' and such, basically, a dimension consulting choice, which allows the theory of alternate realities or parrallel dimensions

however i have never heard anyone say about the possibility of this being a whole extra dimension in time, i have heard of extra dimensions, but only in the string theory, and i believe that was 6 new space dimensions

is this a commonly accepted idea or is it reletivly new and fresh?

"Trousers of time" sounds like Terry Pratchett (a science fiction author - a good one, too, but he's writing (mostly) humorous Sci-fi, not a physics textbook).
 
hey, most of my philosophies come from his books... :P

but i see your point, i mean, time travveling bag ladies?
 

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