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Sandip Kumar
Is it possible to compress the space without gravity?
Is it possible to compress the space without gravity?
In summary, the conversation discusses the possibility of compressing space without gravity. It is not possible to compress space as it is not a tangible thing, but it can appear to be compressed through the compression of distance. The concept of space-time is also mentioned as being separate from space.
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Fervent Freyja
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How could you compress a space without matter?
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Could you expand (no pun intended) a little bit more on what you are trying to say?
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If you travel at extremely high speed, space compresses in front of you (from your point of view.)
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No, space is not a tangible thing that can be compressed. As is pointed out above, you can make it apprear that space is compressed but that's really just DISTANCE that is being compressed, not space.Sandip Kumar said:
I think you are being misled by statements about SPACE-TIME, which is not the same thing as space.
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This question doesn't make sense, as explained.Sandip Kumar said:
As the question has been answered and there is nothing left to say, I close this thread now.phinds said:
1. Can space be compressed without the presence of gravity?
Yes, space can be compressed without gravity. This can occur through various means such as the expansion of the universe, the presence of dark energy, or the effects of matter and antimatter interactions.
2. How does the compression of space relate to the concept of gravity?
Gravity is a fundamental force that affects the curvature of space-time. In the presence of matter and energy, space-time can be compressed or stretched, creating the gravitational pull we experience. However, the compression of space can also occur without the presence of gravity through other mechanisms.
3. Is it possible to compress space indefinitely?
It is not currently known if space can be compressed indefinitely. The laws of physics, specifically the principle of energy conservation, suggest that there may be a limit to how much space can be compressed. However, this is still an area of ongoing scientific research and exploration.
4. How does the compression of space impact time?
The compression of space can also affect the flow of time. According to Einstein's theory of relativity, the closer an object is to a massive body, the slower time moves for that object. This phenomenon, known as time dilation, is a result of the curvature of space-time caused by gravity.
5. Can we observe or measure the compression of space without gravity?
Yes, we can observe and measure the effects of the compression of space without gravity through various astronomical and cosmological observations. For example, the expansion of the universe and the presence of dark energy are evidence of the compression of space without the influence of gravity.
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