Undergrad Cosmic Inflation Explained: Constant Velocity of Electromagnetic Radiation

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The discussion centers on the equation C = sqrt(E/M), suggesting a relationship between energy and mass in the universe, particularly during the Big Bang. It posits that if there was significantly less mass at that time, the speed of light (C) could be higher, potentially explaining cosmic inflation. The conversation references E=mc^2, emphasizing that c^2 serves merely as a unit conversion factor. However, the thread violates forum rules regarding personal theories, leading to its closure. The importance of adhering to established scientific principles is highlighted in the discussion.
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C = sqrt(E/M)...this would suppose the ratio of the amount of energy vs. the amount of mass in the universe. If not, why not. If there is no mass, just energy, or much less mass at the moment of the hypothetical Big Bang, then, there C would be significantly higher, thus explaining cosmic inflation.
 
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In the context of ##E=mc^2##, the ##c^2## is nothing more than a unit conversion factor between units of energy and units of mass. Don't try to read more into it than that.
 
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You might want to take a look at the PF Rules on personal theories. You can't just toss one out and expect us to explain "why not".
 
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The initial post does indeed violate the forum rule about personal theories, so we are closing the thread here.

@Ibix’s point about ##c^2## being just a unit conversion factor is well taken.
 
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