The discussion explores the implications of the uncertainty principle in relation to black holes and whether this leads to the idea that a black hole must eventually result in a big bang. It touches on theoretical concepts from general relativity and quantum theory, as well as the nature of mass and energy distribution in the universe.
Participants express differing views on the nature of singularities and the implications of the uncertainty principle, indicating that multiple competing perspectives remain unresolved.
The discussion highlights limitations in current theories regarding black holes, particularly the unresolved reconciliation between general relativity and quantum mechanics, as well as assumptions about mass distribution and the nature of singularities.
Current theory about what is going on inside a black hole is very fuzzy. The idea that all the mass is at one point is a prediction of general relativity, but it contradicts quantum theory. The two theories have not been reconciled for black holes.TCS said:If we've perfectly located all of that mass, doesn't its momentum have to be infinetly or maximally dispersed. It would be a slow motion big bang from our frame because of space and time contraction and we couldn't even see it, but it seems like the mass should disperse in some diffraction pattern.
mathman said:Current theory about what is going on inside a black hole is very fuzzy. The idea that all the mass is at one point is a prediction of general relativity, but it contradicts quantum theory. The two theories have not been reconciled for black holes.