Quantum entanglement and relativity of time

In summary, the conversation discusses the concept of entanglement between two particles, one of which is traveling at 80% the speed of light while the other remains on Earth. The question is whether measuring one particle on Earth would have an instantaneous effect on the other particle due to time dilation, or if there would be a delay. This leads to a discussion of the relativity of time and the potential differences in measurement times between the two particles. The conversation ultimately raises the question of whether time is truly relative in this scenario.
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if there are two entangled particles
one of them is flying 80% the speed of light , one of them is on Earth for instance
if we measure the one on Earth , would it the entanglement affect the other particle after sometime * due to time slowing down for speeding up particle * or does it happen instantaneously ?
if the later is true wouldn't that mean that time is not relative ?
or you can take it the other way , if the speeding one at 2 o'clock for instance
would the entanglement appear instantaneously or would it take sometime to appear due to time is slower in the speeding up particle ? so if it takes a second to measure it on the speeding up particle it would take an hour for instance to happen on earth
 
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What is quantum entanglement?

Quantum entanglement is a phenomenon in which two or more particles become connected and share a quantum state, even when separated by large distances. This means that any changes made to one particle will instantly affect the other, regardless of the distance between them.

How is quantum entanglement related to the relativity of time?

Quantum entanglement is related to the relativity of time because it challenges our understanding of cause and effect. In quantum entanglement, particles can be affected by changes made to their entangled partners instantaneously, regardless of the distance between them. This means that the concept of time and the idea of causality become blurred in the quantum world.

Can quantum entanglement be used for faster-than-light communication?

No, quantum entanglement cannot be used for faster-than-light communication. While changes in one entangled particle will instantaneously affect the other, this does not allow for the transfer of information at speeds faster than light. This is because the entangled particles do not carry any useful information until they are observed, at which point the information travels at the speed of light.

How does relativity of time affect our perception of time?

The relativity of time states that time is relative and can be experienced differently depending on one's frame of reference. This means that time can appear to move at different speeds for different observers. For example, time moves slower for objects moving at high speeds or in strong gravitational fields. This can affect our perception of time and lead to situations where two observers experience different amounts of time passing for the same event.

What is the significance of quantum entanglement and the relativity of time?

The significance of quantum entanglement and the relativity of time lies in their ability to challenge our understanding of the fundamental laws of the universe. They have implications in fields such as quantum computing, teleportation, and the study of black holes. These phenomena also push the boundaries of our knowledge and understanding of the nature of time and the fabric of the universe.

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