Can time exist without space and vice versa

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In summary, time and space are closely interconnected and cannot exist independently. They are often referred to as the space-time continuum and are inseparable. Space cannot exist without time as it provides the framework for objects to exist and move, while time measures the duration of events in that space. There is ongoing debate about the nature of time and whether it is an illusion or a fundamental aspect of reality. Time travel, while a theoretical concept, is always linked to movement through space and cannot occur without it. In the theory of relativity, space and time are unified into a single concept known as space-time, where they are relative to the observer's frame of reference.
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This thought has been echoing in my mind. Hoping someone would be so kind to answer it.
 
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Such a thing doesn't match reality so we really don't know. The prevailing theory that describes space and time is General Relativity, and in GR space and time are fundamental concepts that cannot be gotten rid of. Since your question is extremely speculative, and because we constantly have problems with threads asking similar questions, I'm going to have to lock this thread.
 

1. Can time exist without space?

The concept of time and space are closely interconnected and cannot exist independently. Time is often seen as the fourth dimension of space, and the two are inseparable. In physics, this is known as the space-time continuum.

2. Can space exist without time?

Similar to the previous question, space and time cannot exist without each other. Space provides the framework in which objects exist and move, and time is the measurement of the duration of events in that space. Therefore, it is not possible for space to exist without time.

3. Is time an illusion?

There is ongoing debate among philosophers and scientists about the nature of time and whether it is a fundamental aspect of reality or simply a human construct. Some argue that time is an illusion created by our perception, while others believe it is a fundamental property of the universe.

4. Can time travel be possible without space?

Time travel is a theoretical concept that has not been proven to be possible. However, even in theories that propose the possibility of time travel, it is always linked to movement through space. Without space, there would be no reference point for time travel to occur.

5. What is the relationship between space and time in the theory of relativity?

In the theory of relativity, space and time are unified into a single concept known as space-time. This theory states that the laws of physics are the same for all observers in uniform motion and that the measurement of time and space is relative to the speed of the observer. This means that space and time are not absolute concepts but are relative to the observer's frame of reference.

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