The discussion revolves around the concept of whether black holes can have anti-particles, similar to how electrons and protons have anti-particles. Participants explore the implications of such a notion and the nature of black holes in relation to particles and anti-particles.
Participants exhibit disagreement regarding the concept of black holes having anti-particles, with some asserting it is nonsensical while others entertain the idea. The discussion remains unresolved with multiple competing views present.
The discussion highlights limitations in understanding the nature of black holes and their relation to particle physics, particularly regarding definitions of particles and anti-particles.
wmikewells said:Electrons and protons have anti-particles. Has there ever been any speculation or work done on whether a black hole has an anti-particle such that if the two were to collide, they would annihilate each other? Probably not, but I was just curious.
Bill_K said:Black holes are the same whether they are made of particles or antiparticles, and if two of them collide you just get a bigger black hole.
phinds said:black holes are not particles so it is nonsensical to talk about their being an antiparticle