Mini Black Holes' Impact on Subatomic Particles

In summary, there is speculation about the existence of mini black holes at the sub-atomic level and their potential effects on other particles. The mass of these mini black holes has been estimated to be similar to that of Mount Everest, but they are also believed to be very hot and unstable. Some propose using the Compton wavelength of particles to calculate the mass of these black holes, while others have different approaches. Overall, the existence and potential impact of mini black holes is still a topic of speculation and further research is needed.
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Mini black holes have been postulated to exist at the realm of sub-atomic particles. What effect would these micro black holes have on other sub atomic particles? Also, apparently, the mass of one of these mini black holes is the same as mount everest (or some other large mountain)
 
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That seems like a right good order of magnitude first guess, Kurt.

To check it you could take the COMPTON WAVELENGTH of a proton. This is a typical idea of the "size" of a particle.

And you could ask for what mass M is the Schwarzschild radius 2GM/c^2 equal to that Compton wavelength.

You can look up all the constants you need at the NIST website.
But there is also a quick way.

you should just always remember that the Planck mass is 13E18 times the proton mass (13 billion billion times)
that means the proton Compton wavelength is larger than the Plancklength by that same 13E18 factor.

now I neglect things like pi and factors of 2 and just say that the black hole mass M must be greater than the Plancklength by the same factor.

So this Mount Everest mass is found to be simply 13E18 times the Planckmass, which is 21 micrograms.

So that comes to about 21 x 13E12 grams which is 26E13 grams which is 26E10 kilograms. You can compare that with the mass of Mount Everest any way you like. I think it is about E8 cubic meters of rock. Not quite the size of Everest but roughly same order magnitude.

The Compton wavelength of a lighter particle like electron is larger. So you need a bigger black hole which is therefore more massive. So if you want a more impressive mass, go to an electron.

Other people who don't think in Planck units would have a different idea how to calculate and wouldn't like what I just told you but unless I made some simple mistake in arithmetic that is one possible way.
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these mini black holes would be VERY HOT and would tend to boil away, according to conventional ideas. so you ask about effect on things around them. I don't even like to speculate. could be very destructive.
might not last very long. someone else may want to take the time to speculate.

the real miniblackholes that people like to speculate about are much smaller than an electron or proton and so much less massive than Everest. they don't represent such a dangerous amount of energy. they also evaporate quickly.
perhaps they are safer and less drastic to think about :smile:
 
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I find the idea of mini black holes existing at the subatomic level intriguing. If these micro black holes do indeed exist, they would have a significant impact on other subatomic particles. The immense gravitational pull of a black hole, even a small one, would disrupt the normal behavior of subatomic particles and potentially alter their trajectories.

However, it is important to note that the mass of these mini black holes, while comparable to a large mountain like Mount Everest, is still incredibly small compared to the mass of subatomic particles. Therefore, the effects of these black holes on individual particles would likely be limited and localized.

Furthermore, the existence of mini black holes at the subatomic level is still a theoretical concept and has not been confirmed by any scientific evidence. More research and experimentation would be needed to fully understand the potential impact of these micro black holes on subatomic particles.

In conclusion, the idea of mini black holes existing at the subatomic level is an intriguing concept, and if proven to be true, it would have significant implications for our understanding of the universe and subatomic particles. However, further research and evidence are needed before any conclusions can be drawn about their effects on other particles.
 

What are mini black holes?

Mini black holes are theoretical objects that are much smaller than regular black holes, with a mass less than that of an asteroid. They are predicted by certain theories of physics, but have not yet been observed in nature.

How do mini black holes impact subatomic particles?

Mini black holes are thought to have a significant impact on subatomic particles due to their strong gravitational pull. They may interact with particles in a similar way to regular black holes, causing them to be pulled in and potentially altering their properties.

Can mini black holes be created in particle accelerators?

There is currently no evidence that mini black holes can be created in particle accelerators. However, some scientists believe that it may be possible under certain conditions, such as in extremely high-energy collisions.

Are mini black holes a threat to Earth?

There is no reason to believe that mini black holes are a threat to Earth. Even if they could be created in particle accelerators, they would likely evaporate quickly due to Hawking radiation, which is predicted to occur in all black holes.

What can studying mini black holes tell us about the universe?

Studying mini black holes can provide valuable insights into the fundamental laws of physics and how they operate at a subatomic level. They may also help us better understand the nature of gravity and potentially provide evidence for the existence of extra dimensions.

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