Expansion of the Universe and the Limitations of Hubble's Law

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Hubble's law states that the velocity of recession of galaxies is directly proportional to their distance, expressed as v=H0.r. However, the theory of relativity introduces time dilation, which suggests that as the velocity approaches the speed of light, time effectively slows down to zero. This implies that the universe may expand only up to a certain distance, approximately 2 x 10^10 light-years, beyond which galaxies would appear to slow down relative to an observer. The discussion raises concerns about the implications of galaxies exceeding the speed of light, as this would lead to complex values for gamma in relativity. Ultimately, the relationship between galaxy recession and relativistic effects suggests a limit to the observable universe's expansion.
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According to Hubble's law, Velocity of recession of galaxies is directily proportinal to distance between them

ie v=H0.r

But, according to theory of relativity

Time diliation

t=t0.(underoot 1-v^2/c^2)

as v->c

t=0

That means the universe will expand upto a certain distance ( if the law hold correct) i.e 2.10^10 l.y

After that the galaxies will slow down to the observer

as
 
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.ultimate said:
But, according to theory of relativity

Time diliation

t=t0.(underoot 1-v^2/c^2)

as v->c

t=0
Here i don't think its possible that v>c.Also if it were to be so you would get \gamma as a complex number!
 
I meant as v is almost equal to speed of light, will the recession of galaxies slow down? because t~0
 
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