Do Quantum Strings Define the Strength of Our Universe's Fabric?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion centers around the concept of quantum strings and their potential relationship to the "fabric" of the universe, specifically questioning whether there is a measurable strength associated with these strings and the implications of breaking this fabric.

Discussion Character

  • Debate/contested, Conceptual clarification

Main Points Raised

  • One participant questions the meaning of "breaking the fabric of our universe," suggesting that the term "fabric" lacks scientific precision.
  • Another participant seeks clarification on what is meant by "quantum strings" and requests a reference to support the term.
  • A participant introduces the idea that quantum strings are fundamental entities upon which time and gravity act, linking to a specific reference.
  • There is an acknowledgment from one participant that conceptualizing quantum strings as actual strings may be misleading.
  • A moderator moves the thread to a different forum, indicating the speculative nature of the hypothesis regarding quantum gravity.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express differing views on the terminology used, particularly regarding the concept of "fabric" and the implications of breaking it. There is no consensus on the meaning or significance of these terms.

Contextual Notes

Some participants highlight the ambiguity of terms like "fabric" and "break," indicating a lack of clarity in the discussion. The reference to quantum strings is also noted as speculative.

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Do quantum strings have a specific strength, as in how much does it take to break the fabric of our universe if even possible?
What would happen if it is broken or has happened?
 
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CallMeDirac said:
how much does it take to break the fabric of our universe

What does that even mean?
 
CallMeDirac said:
quantum strings

What do you mean by "quantum strings"? Do you have a reference?
 
CallMeDirac said:
... how much does it take to break the fabric of our universe ...
"fabric" is a really useless way to describe the universe; it is an English language word that has no scientific meaning in the context in which you have used it.
 
I do realize that it is stupid to think of quantum strings as actual strings
 
Moderator's note: Thread moved to the Beyond the Standard Model forum since the reference given is to a speculative hypothesis regarding quantum gravity.
 
The word "fabric" appears only in the title. The word "break" does not appear.

I ask again:

Vanadium 50 said:
What does that even mean?
 

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