Is it possible to compress the space without gravity?

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The discussion revolves around the question of whether it is possible to compress space without the influence of gravity. Participants explore the nature of space, its relationship with matter, and the implications of high-speed travel on the perception of space.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant questions the possibility of compressing space without gravity, seeking clarification on the concept.
  • Another participant suggests that compressing space without matter is also a point of inquiry.
  • A different participant mentions that traveling at extremely high speeds results in the compression of space from the traveler's perspective.
  • Some participants argue that space is not a tangible entity that can be compressed, asserting that what appears as compression is actually a change in distance rather than space itself.
  • There is a claim that discussions about space-time may mislead the understanding of space, emphasizing that space and space-time are distinct concepts.
  • One participant concludes that the question has been answered and suggests closing the thread, indicating a belief that further discussion is unnecessary.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express differing views on the nature of space and whether it can be compressed without gravity. Some assert that it cannot be compressed, while others explore the implications of speed and matter on the concept of space.

Contextual Notes

Participants highlight the distinction between space and distance, as well as the potential confusion arising from discussions of space-time. There are unresolved assumptions regarding the definitions of space and the conditions under which it might be considered compressible.

Sandip Kumar
Is it possible to compress the space without gravity?
 
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How could you compress a space without matter?
 
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.)
 
Sandip Kumar said:
Is it possible to compress the space without gravity?
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.

I think you are being misled by statements about SPACE-TIME, which is not the same thing as space.
 
Sandip Kumar said:
Is it possible to compress the space without gravity?
This question doesn't make sense, as explained.
phinds said:
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.

I think you are being misled by statements about SPACE-TIME, which is not the same thing as space.
As the question has been answered and there is nothing left to say, I close this thread now.
 

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