Black Hole Paradox: Exploring Gravity Waves

In summary, the Black Hole Paradox is a conflict between general relativity and quantum mechanics when applied to black holes, suggesting that black holes destroy information in violation of the principle of information conservation. Gravity waves, which are ripples in space-time caused by massive objects, play a role in this paradox and can potentially help resolve it. These waves cannot escape from a black hole, but their effects can still be observed outside of it. Scientists are using advanced technology to study gravity waves and gain a better understanding of black holes. Solving the Black Hole Paradox could lead to a deeper understanding of the laws of the universe and have practical applications in fields such as space travel and the study of cosmic events.
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well since gravity waves are supposed to have mass, they are supposed to be effected by gravity itself, and :/ how are we supposed to detect gravitational waves emitted from a black hole when none can get out?
 
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gravity waves are supposed to have mass

No, they don't. They carry energy, but they have zero stress-energy.

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they are supposed to be effected by gravity itself

In the sense that they follow the geometry of spacetime, yes.

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how are we supposed to detect gravitational waves emitted from a black hole when none can get out?

The gravitational waves detected by LIGO were not emitted from inside black holes. They were emitted from outside the horizons of merging black holes.
 
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No, they don't. They carry energy, but they have zero stress-energy.
In the sense that they follow the geometry of spacetime, yes.
The gravitational waves detected by LIGO were not emitted from inside black holes. They were emitted from outside the horizons of merging black holes.
thank's that clears thing up. but , don't gravity waves move slower than the speed of light? 0_o still no mass?
 
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don't gravity waves move slower than the speed of light?

No. They are massless and move at the speed of light.
 
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1. What is the Black Hole Paradox?

The Black Hole Paradox refers to the conflict between Einstein's theory of general relativity and the laws of quantum mechanics when applied to black holes. It suggests that black holes not only consume matter and energy, but also destroy information, which goes against the principle of information conservation in quantum mechanics.

2. How do gravity waves play a role in the Black Hole Paradox?

Gravity waves, also known as gravitational waves, are ripples in the fabric of space-time caused by the acceleration of massive objects. They were predicted by Einstein's theory of general relativity and were recently detected by the LIGO and VIRGO collaborations. These waves can provide insight into the behavior of black holes and potentially help resolve the paradox.

3. Can gravity waves escape from a black hole?

No, gravity waves cannot escape from a black hole. According to general relativity, anything that enters the event horizon of a black hole, including gravity waves, cannot escape due to the extreme gravitational pull. However, the ripples in space-time caused by the waves can still be detected outside the black hole.

4. How are scientists exploring gravity waves to understand the Black Hole Paradox?

Scientists are using advanced technology, such as the LIGO and VIRGO detectors, to detect and study gravity waves. By observing and analyzing the characteristics of these waves, they can gain a better understanding of the behavior of black holes and potentially find a resolution to the paradox.

5. What are the potential implications of solving the Black Hole Paradox?

Solving the Black Hole Paradox would not only provide a deeper understanding of the fundamental laws of the universe, but it could also have practical applications. For example, it could lead to advancements in space travel and the detection of gravitational waves could also be used to study other cosmic events, such as the collision of neutron stars.

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