Can a singularity expand in volume?

In summary, a singularity cannot expand in volume because it is defined as having zero volume. However, the big bang singularity may have had an infinite volume and was able to expand. Black holes, on the other hand, can increase in volume if two of them collapse to form one singularity. Ultimately, a singularity is not considered a "thing" and does not have properties like volume.
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Al-Aqsa Akbar
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Can a singularity expand in volume?
 
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No, a singularity has zero volume or else it would not be defined as a singularity, black holes, on the other hand can be larger if two of them collapse creating one but the volume of the singularity would still be defined as zero.
 
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Quds Akbar said:
a singularity has zero volume
Volume can expand, it isn't fixed. A singularity could have expanded to become something else, but I am asking this question to find out if a singularity can actually expand to change and become the other thing.
 
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A singularity is not a thing. It is a breakdown of equations. Since it is not a thing, it does not have properties of things, like volume.
 
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Quds Akbar said:
No, a singularity has zero volume or else it would not be defined as a singularity

The big bang singularity may have an infinite volume and it can expand
 
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1. Can a singularity actually expand in volume?

According to current scientific understanding, a singularity is a point of infinite density and zero volume, so it cannot expand in the traditional sense.

2. Is it possible for a singularity to increase in size?

No, a singularity is a mathematical concept and does not have a physical size that can increase.

3. Can a singularity grow or shrink?

No, a singularity is a fixed point in space-time and does not have the ability to change in size.

4. Is there a way to measure the size of a singularity?

Since a singularity is a point of infinite density and zero volume, it cannot be measured in traditional ways. However, scientists use mathematical equations and models to study and understand singularities.

5. Can a singularity exist in our universe?

Current scientific theories suggest that singularities may exist at the center of black holes, but it is still a topic of ongoing research and debate.

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