Another issue with the Hawking equations

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The discussion centers on the inaccuracies in applying the Hawking equations to calculate energy from black hole evaporation. Specifically, multiplying the Hawking power by the evaporation time yields misleading results due to the dynamic nature of black hole mass. The power law, which defines the power output of a black hole at a specific mass, does not account for the mass loss over time, leading to incorrect conclusions if applied naively. Understanding these nuances is crucial for accurate interpretations of black hole thermodynamics.

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I previously posted on the idea that the Hawking equations looked wrong: https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=666962

I returned to this topic recently, and noticed something.

If you multiply power by time, you should get energy. Multiplying the Hawking power by the evaporation time, gives a peculiar answer...see attachment.

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You can't just multiply quantities together and expect a relevant answer. The power law is how much power the black holes emits, which changes depending on the mass. Since the mass changes over time, you can't simply multiply the power law times the evaporation time.
 
Just FYI, the power law gives the total power output of the black hole of mass M at a single point in time. As soon as energy is radiated away, the black hole loses mass and the radiated power increases.
 

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