Can a singularity expand in volume?

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The discussion centers around the concept of whether a singularity can expand in volume, exploring theoretical implications and definitions related to singularities, particularly in the context of black holes and the Big Bang.

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants assert that a singularity has zero volume, which is a defining characteristic of singularities.
  • Others propose that while a singularity itself may have zero volume, it could potentially expand to become something else, questioning the nature of singularities and their properties.
  • One participant argues that a singularity is not a tangible entity but rather a breakdown of equations, suggesting it lacks properties like volume.
  • Another viewpoint introduces the idea that the Big Bang singularity may have an infinite volume and can expand, contrasting with the notion of singularities in black holes.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus; multiple competing views remain regarding the nature of singularities and their potential for expansion.

Contextual Notes

The discussion highlights limitations in definitions and assumptions surrounding singularities, particularly in distinguishing between different types of singularities and their properties.

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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.
 
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.
 
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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