Is General Relativity Incomplete? What Is It?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion centers on the perceived incompleteness of General Relativity, particularly in relation to its compatibility with quantum mechanics. Participants explore the implications of this incompleteness and the challenges of unifying these two fundamental theories.

Discussion Character

  • Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant questions the claims of incompleteness in relativity and seeks clarification on who is making these claims.
  • Another participant points out that General Relativity does not incorporate quantum mechanics, highlighting a significant gap in understanding how physics operates when both theories are applicable.
  • A participant expresses curiosity about the challenges of integrating General Relativity with quantum mechanics.
  • One reply suggests that the quest to unify these theories is a significant and unresolved issue, often referred to in the context of prestigious awards like the Nobel Prize.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on the nature of the incompleteness of General Relativity, and multiple competing views regarding its relationship with quantum mechanics are present.

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I read about relativity and some people claim to be incomplete so what is the incompleteness.
 
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Who is "some people"?

Relativity does not include quantum mechanics, and we don't know how physics works when both are relevant at the same time.
 
How could anyone join those two together.
 
That's the Nobel Prize question.
 

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