General relativity and quantam - what would happen?

In summary, the first question discusses the concept of objects appearing smaller at higher speeds and how this may affect measurements on a circular ride. The second question explores the idea of mass being both a wave and a particle and proposes the possibility that the wave-particle duality may be an illusion caused by particles traveling along rippled time-space.
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dre
Here are my two questions:

1. At higher speeds objects appear smaller. Fine. Now if a person is in a tornado ride (the circular ride where it spins around and makes you stick to the wall) and the machine is going at sufficient speed, he will measure a longer circumference since his ruler will appear shorter.

My question is this: wouldn't the entire circular ride appear smaller to an outside observer? Thus cancelling out his shorter ruler? And if the thing kept spinning, would it keep getting smaller and smaller and achieve an immense mass?

2. Mass is both wave and particle. The double slit experiment. Great. But is it possible that mass is not both wave and particle, rather particles traveling along rippled time-space? Small ripples due to objects surrounding the particle, ripples due to the earth, and even ripples due to the particle itself.

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Is it possible that the wave-particle duality is actually an illusion caused by a particle traveling along rippled time space?
 
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1. In the scenario described, the person inside the tornado ride would indeed measure a longer circumference due to the effects of special relativity. However, an outside observer would not necessarily see the ride as smaller. This is because the effects of special relativity depend on the relative speeds and perspectives of the observer and the observed object. So while the person inside the ride may see a longer circumference, an outside observer may not see any significant change. As for the ride achieving immense mass, this would not happen as the mass of an object does not change with its speed. The mass of the ride would remain the same regardless of its speed.

2. The concept of mass as both a wave and a particle is based on the principles of quantum mechanics and has been supported by various experiments, including the double slit experiment. While it is possible that there could be ripples in space-time due to surrounding objects, it does not necessarily mean that mass is traveling along these ripples. The wave-particle duality of mass is a fundamental principle in quantum mechanics and has been well-tested and verified through experiments. While there may be other factors at play, the evidence for mass being both a wave and a particle is strong.
 

1. What is the difference between general relativity and quantum mechanics?

General relativity is a theory developed by Albert Einstein that describes the force of gravity and how it affects the curvature of spacetime. Quantum mechanics, on the other hand, is a theory that describes the behavior of particles at a very small scale, such as atoms and subatomic particles.

2. Can general relativity and quantum mechanics be combined into one theory?

Scientists have been trying to unify general relativity and quantum mechanics into one theory, but so far, they have been unsuccessful. The two theories have different principles and are based on different mathematical concepts, making it challenging to merge them into one cohesive theory.

3. How does general relativity explain the phenomenon of gravity?

According to general relativity, gravity is not a force between masses, but rather a result of the curvature of spacetime caused by the presence of massive objects. The larger the mass of an object, the more it curves the fabric of spacetime, and the stronger its gravitational pull on other objects.

4. What is the role of quantum mechanics in understanding the behavior of particles in the universe?

Quantum mechanics plays a crucial role in understanding the behavior of particles at a very small scale, such as atoms and subatomic particles. It describes how these particles interact with each other and how they behave in different situations, such as in an atom or in a particle accelerator.

5. How does general relativity and quantum mechanics contribute to our understanding of the universe?

General relativity and quantum mechanics are two of the most successful theories in modern physics. Together, they help us understand the fundamental laws that govern the behavior of the universe at both large and small scales. They have led to significant advancements in fields such as cosmology, astrophysics, and particle physics, contributing to our understanding of the origins and evolution of the universe.

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