Inside and Outside of Spacetime

In summary, the conversation discusses the concept of spacetime and its relation to understanding the universe. While the vantage point outside of spacetime is necessary for full understanding, it is impossible to reach. However, an "inside" exists for elementary particles, giving them properties like mass and charge. The possibility of seeing the "inside" of singularities and the concept of critical density in brane world cosmology are also discussed. Additionally, the conversation touches on Andrey Kravtsov's model and the role of supersymmetry in understanding the dynamics of the early universe. The openness and closeness of spacetime in the macrocosmos is still unknown, as we are unable to view it from an outside perspective.
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Antonio Lao
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Everything in the universe is inside of spacetime. But in order to fully understand the universe, the vantage point must be outside of spacetime. This point of view is impossible to reach. For the quantum universe of the elementary particles, an "inside" exists for all particles. This "inside" can give properties of mass, charge, spin, and magnetic dipole moment. But will we ever be able to see in? Will we be able to see the "inside" of the singularity?
 
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Can we say that the singularity has an [itex]\Omega > 1 [/itex]?
 
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In Brane world cosmology there is no beginning and end, yet the ideas of critical density can still be spoken too?

Andrey Kravtsov model let's us understand that there is this basis to a cosmological reality and that if we were to consider the strings, how would we see such congregations? In the early universe supersymmetric points woud point to supergravity

So we look at the nature of such congregations and try and define this dynamical movement. Let's say that in the early universe supersymmetry was a reality, then what was first shown by Andrey, let's us know the basis of that reality as all pervasive? But, if the reality is to include gravity how would you retain time, but as a dimensional value in the strengths and weakness of that gravity field?

what has been revealed in mass considerations? http://online.itp.ucsb.edu/online/plecture/thorne/oh/03.html

The solidifcation of the model of Andrey's reveals time a dimensionally significant?

But I then, wanted to add this last statement for you as well.

http://www.superstringtheory.com/forum/topboard/messages3/39.html

So we needed a way in which to capture this cyclical nature. A black hole does not necessarily assume critical density, but instead ignites and turns to fission?
 
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sol2,

Thanks for these wealth of information.

The purpose of this thread is to discuss whether spacetime is closed like a volume or a convoluted surface.

I think the microcosmos (such as an electron or a quark) is not completely closed (closed surface) since we still can derived physical properties from it like mass, charge, spin, and magnetic moment. The big bang singularity (or black hole) is a closed object since we cannot derived any information from it.

The openness and closeness of the macrocosmos cannot be decided since we are living inside it instead of looking from a vantage point outside.

The spacetime of the microworld is not closed. The [itex] \Omega [/itex] of spacetime of the macroworld cannot be positively decided by modern cosmological studies.
 

1. What is the difference between inside and outside of spacetime?

The inside of spacetime refers to the physical universe that we can observe and interact with, including all matter and energy. The outside of spacetime, on the other hand, refers to the theoretical realm beyond the observable universe, where our current laws of physics may not apply.

2. How do we know that spacetime exists?

Spacetime is a concept that was developed through scientific observations and experiments, particularly in the field of physics. The theory of relativity, proposed by Albert Einstein, helped to solidify the idea of spacetime as a fundamental framework for understanding the universe.

3. Can we travel through spacetime?

Currently, it is only possible for us to travel through spacetime in a linear fashion, moving forward in time. The idea of traveling through spacetime in a non-linear fashion, such as time travel, is still a topic of scientific debate and exploration.

4. What is the role of gravity in spacetime?

Gravity is a fundamental force that plays a crucial role in shaping and affecting the behavior of spacetime. According to the theory of relativity, mass and energy can warp the fabric of spacetime, causing objects to move towards each other due to the curvature of space.

5. How does the concept of spacetime impact our understanding of the universe?

The concept of spacetime has greatly shaped our understanding of the universe and has allowed for the development of many scientific theories and models. It has also helped us to better understand the relationship between matter, energy, and time, and how they interact with each other in the universe.

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