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If there were many universes like there are solar systems in a galaxy and like there are many galaxies in the universe, What would you call it?
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Originally posted by sheldon
If there were many universes like there are solar systems in a galaxy and like there are many galaxies in the universe, What would you call it?
Originally posted by jeff
A term already coined for this is "multi-verse".
Bonjour,Originally posted by Mentat
Actually, I think Multiverse is being used specifically as the term that describes the different Universes produced by Schrodinger's Cat effect.
As far as there being may Universes, much like there are many solar systems, galaxies, etc... I say it's not possible, since "Universe" means "everything" or "all that exists", and you can't have more than one of those.
Originally posted by Tail
I'd say that if the same physics laws work there, it's still our universe. I'd define another universe as one where the same laws do not work.
And I'd call it the parauniverse... :):)
Originally posted by Doctor Luz
But what defines a universe? How can we define the universe limits?
The exact number of universes is unknown and is a topic of ongoing scientific research and debate. Some theories suggest that there may be an infinite number of universes, while others propose a finite but extremely large number.
It is impossible to determine whether these universes are identical or different, as we currently have no way of observing or interacting with other universes. Some theories suggest that there may be slight variations among different universes, while others propose completely different laws of physics and realities.
There are various theories about the formation of multiple universes, including the idea of a "multiverse" where universes are constantly being created and destroyed. Other theories propose that universes are created through the process of inflation or through the collision of branes in string theory.
Currently, there is no evidence to suggest that these universes have any physical or causal connection to each other. However, some theories propose that these universes may exist in a larger "meta-universe" or that there may be a way for information to be exchanged between universes.
The concept of multiple universes challenges our understanding of our own universe and raises questions about the nature of reality and the limitations of human perception and understanding. It also has implications for the search for extraterrestrial life and the possibility of parallel versions of ourselves in other universes.