Is comunication faster that light possible: yes( maybe )

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i think it is possible but its too complicated to write down in english so i think comunication faster than light is possible without anything acctualy moving faster than light. If you had a big stick between Earth and the sun and you push the stick towards the sun for 1 inch it will instantly move at the other side too. for light to come from sun it takes 7 min and for this to move at the other side after you push it on your side nothing.look at the image so you can get a better understanding.
 
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amateur physic said:
If you had a big stick between Earth and the sun and you push the stick towards the sun for 1 inch it will instantly move at the other side too.
No. You're not taking into account the electromagnetic forces that hold the stick together. The other end won't move faster than the speed of light.
 
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