What is the true nature of Space and the Universe?

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The discussion centers on the nature of "Space" and the "Universe," exploring philosophical and scientific perspectives on what constitutes space, its origins, and its characteristics. Participants engage with concepts from relativity, quantum physics, and metaphysics, seeking a deeper understanding beyond basic definitions.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant questions the fundamental nature of space and the universe, seeking an explanation that goes beyond simplistic definitions.
  • Another participant describes the universe as characterized by dimensions of space and time, noting the uncertainty around what these dimensions are made of.
  • A third participant suggests that space may not be empty and introduces the idea of ether and the metaphysical aspects of space, indicating a willingness to share personal interpretations.
  • Some participants agree that space is not empty and acknowledge the existence of gravity, light, and radiation fields within it, while recognizing that a complete understanding of space remains elusive.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree that space is not empty and that a complete understanding of its nature has not been reached. However, multiple competing views and interpretations about the essence of space and the universe remain present in the discussion.

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Participants express uncertainty regarding the definitions and characteristics of space, indicating that their views may depend on philosophical or scientific frameworks. The discussion includes references to metaphysical concepts and acknowledges the limitations of current scientific understanding.

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What is actually "Space"?

Sorry if you think that this is the most stupid question around, but i think its the most obvious!

What is actually this "Space" and "Universe"?

I know relativity, quantum physics, big bang , string theory etc.etc... but really this question got me!
From where is this "Space" came? I hope that u can get me, i mean i don't want a basic definition like "Space is Empty space!" , what i want is the answer to the question that " what made them and what are they in real sense".
 
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Good question. No simple or complete answer though. The Universe is all of existence. It is characterized by certain dimensionalities...one dimension being a one-way timeline and three dimensions of space about which matter and energy can move. Space and Time are the fabric of the Universe. But it is not really known what those dimensions are "made of". Perhaps there is some fundamental particle or string or something we can point to. But for now, it's still a big uncertainty.
 
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I may not understand your question completely so forgive me if this is "off topic." I presume that you are asking what is the ether or the empty (only a few atoms per cubic kilometers) regions inside our expanding (we assume) universe. "beyond the shell of the universe, is the realm of the unknowable (for those not "religious").

We all know that space isn't empty, there is no proof of what space is but if you like I could tell you what I think it is. Be aware that it is in the realm of the "metaphysical" with a dash of basic Quantum theory thrown in. I will continue you would like?
 
I agree that space is not empty. We know that gravity, light, radiatation fields, exist in space, but as Phobos said, a complete answer to what space is has not been arrived at yet.
 

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