A Stable Wormhole: Exploring the Misnomer

In summary, the concept of a stable wormhole formed by a black hole and a "white hole" is unlikely due to the requirement of exotic matter. The stable wormhole solution is not formed from a black hole according to the Einstein Field Equations.
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Help me out here. I have trouble understanding the concept of a stable wormhole formed by having a black hole on one end, and a "white hole" made of exotic matter at the other end, forming a topological donut linking two regions of sapce. that all sounds great, but a blacj hole is a misnomer rigth? t's not a hole, and it's still just the massive remains of a collapsed star with a DEEEEP gravitational well. So, when it is theorsed w.r.t to a wormhole, what exactly is happening. There is no "hole" to go through...right?

HELP!

Thanks in advance.:confused:
 
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There is a stable wormhole solution the the Einstein Field Equations (search here for "wormhole metric") but is unlikely that such a thing exists because, as you say, it would require exotic matter.

However, even of it could exist, this stable wormhole solution is not formed from a black hole so you're right to be skeptical of that part of whatever you've been reading.
 

1. What is a stable wormhole?

A stable wormhole is a hypothetical tunnel or shortcut through spacetime that connects two distant points in the universe. It is a concept commonly seen in science fiction, but has not yet been proven to exist in reality.

2. How is a stable wormhole different from a black hole?

A stable wormhole is different from a black hole in several ways. While a black hole is a collapsed star with an incredibly strong gravitational pull, a stable wormhole is a theoretical construct that could potentially allow for faster-than-light travel. Additionally, a black hole is a one-way trip, while a stable wormhole would theoretically allow for travel in both directions.

3. Can we travel through a stable wormhole?

While the concept of a stable wormhole is intriguing, we currently do not have the technology or means to travel through one. The existence of a stable wormhole is still a matter of debate and research in the scientific community.

4. How would a stable wormhole be created?

The creation of a stable wormhole would require advanced technology and a thorough understanding of the laws of physics. Some theories suggest that it could potentially be created through the manipulation of negative energy or exotic matter.

5. What are the potential consequences of using a stable wormhole for travel?

The use of a stable wormhole for travel would have significant consequences and implications for our understanding of space and time. It could potentially lead to paradoxes and disrupt the fabric of the universe. More research and understanding is needed before we can fully explore the possibility of using a stable wormhole for travel.

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