Exploring Manifold Duplication in Many Worlds: The Mathematical Expression

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In summary, the Many Worlds Interpretation (MWI) does not involve the duplication of manifolds. The idea of manifold duplication may stem from a misunderstanding of the MWI, which does not say that the world splits into two separate worlds. Instead, the MWI is based on the underlying math of quantum mechanics, and the concept of branching is used to describe how the different possibilities in a quantum system are represented. This branching does not involve the creation of separate manifolds, but rather the representation of all possible outcomes within a single manifold. Therefore, the term "Manifold Duplication" is not an accurate description of the MWI and may lead to misconceptions about the theory.
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What's the mathematical expression for manifold duplication in Many Worlds? In other words, how do the manifolds duplicate themselves endlessly?
 
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mieral said:
What's the mathematical expression for manifold duplication in Many Worlds?

What do you mean by "manifold duplication"? AFAIK there is no such thing in the MWI.
 
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PeterDonis said:
What do you mean by "manifold duplication"? AFAIK there is no such thing in the MWI.

Everytime you created quantum choices like in the double slit experiment. The world is duplicated (left and right particle hit) in MWI. So at start there was one manifold. After the double slit experiment done, there are two manifolds. If it's not called Manifold Duplication. How are the spacetime in each world created? And why would Manifold Duplication be a bad choice of words?
 
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mieral said:
Everytime you created quantum choices like in the double slit experiment. The world is duplicated (left and right particle hit) in MWI. So at start there was one manifold. After the double slit experiment done, there are two manifolds. If it's not called Manifold Duplication. How are the spacetime in each world created? And why would Manifold Duplication be a bad choice of words?
That is not at all what the MWI says. It's easy to misunderstand it the way you have when you hear things like "splits into two worlds" but that comes from people trying to use ordinary English words instead of the underlying math.
 

Related to Exploring Manifold Duplication in Many Worlds: The Mathematical Expression

1. What is the concept of manifold duplication in many worlds?

Manifold duplication in many worlds refers to the idea that in a multiverse, there exists multiple copies of the same physical universe, each with slight variations. This concept is rooted in the theory of quantum mechanics and suggests that every possible outcome of a quantum event is realized in a different universe.

2. How does mathematics play a role in exploring manifold duplication in many worlds?

Mathematics is essential in understanding and exploring manifold duplication in many worlds. It provides a framework for modeling the potential variations in the multiverse and allows for the calculation of probabilities for different outcomes in each universe.

3. Can manifold duplication in many worlds be proven through mathematical expressions?

No, manifold duplication in many worlds is a theoretical concept that cannot be proven through mathematical expressions or any other means. It is based on interpretations of quantum mechanics and remains a topic of debate among scientists.

4. What are some potential implications of manifold duplication in many worlds?

If manifold duplication in many worlds is true, it could have significant implications for our understanding of reality and the universe. It could also potentially have implications for fields such as philosophy and ethics.

5. Is there any evidence to support the existence of manifold duplication in many worlds?

Currently, there is no direct evidence to support the existence of manifold duplication in many worlds. However, some scientists argue that certain phenomena, such as the double-slit experiment, can be interpreted as evidence for the multiverse. Further research and experimentation are needed to provide more concrete evidence.

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