Breaking Light and Einstein-Rosen Bridges?

In summary, the conversation is discussing whether or not exceeding the speed of light could be perceived as creating an Einstein-Rosen Bridge due to the object's increasing relativistic mass. The conclusion is that this would not create a wormhole and would not have any unique properties.
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ryuunoseika
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Quick question I don't expect many replies to, but I'm just wondering:

Could exceeding the speed of light (if it were possible) be described as creating an Einstein-Rosen Bridge because of the accelerating object's relativistic mass? Yes? No? And if so, would it have any strange properties uncommon to slower Schwartzchild Wormholes?
 
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No .
 
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Travelling at the speed of light would not create a wormhole.
 
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I realize it would be making a wormhole, but couldn't it be perceived as one?
To an outside observer the accelerating object would appear to be increasing in mass due to its energy, which at this point would be infinite.
 

1. What is breaking light?

Breaking light, also known as breaking the speed of light, refers to the phenomenon where a particle or object travels faster than the speed of light in a vacuum, which is approximately 299,792,458 meters per second.

2. What are Einstein-Rosen Bridges?

Einstein-Rosen Bridges, also known as wormholes, are theoretical shortcuts in space-time that connect two distant points in the universe. They are predicted by the theory of general relativity and have been explored in science fiction.

3. Can breaking light occur in nature?

As of now, there is no evidence to suggest that breaking light occurs in nature. The theory of relativity suggests that the speed of light is the ultimate speed limit in the universe, and no object can travel faster than it.

4. Are Einstein-Rosen Bridges possible to create?

While they are theoretically possible according to the laws of physics, there is currently no known way to create or sustain an Einstein-Rosen Bridge. The energy and technology required to manipulate space-time in this way are beyond our current capabilities.

5. How are Einstein-Rosen Bridges related to time travel?

Einstein-Rosen Bridges have been theorized as possible pathways for time travel, as they could potentially allow for faster-than-light travel and the ability to loop back in time. However, the concept of time travel remains highly theoretical and has not been proven to be possible.

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