Mass of Universe: Planck Time, Planck Mass & 65 kg

In summary, the Planck time is the smallest unit of time that can be measured, and the Planck mass is the mass of a particle at the smallest scale at which the laws of physics are applicable. These values are significant in understanding the early stages of the universe, as the universe may have started at the Planck time with a size and mass of the order of the Planck scale. While the mass of the universe is estimated to be around 10^52 kilograms, the number 65 kg is often used as a reference point for visualizing its vastness. However, accurately measuring the exact mass of the universe is difficult due to its constant expansion and the presence of both visible and invisible matter, and estimates are constantly evolving.
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Hello PF members
How much did the total mass of universe at Planck time after big bang ? Was it equal Planck mass ?
If yes , My mass almost 65 kg come from where and how ?
 
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The total energy content of the observable universe was fixed and finite at the time of the big bang. Some of that energy was converted to mass, some not. The conversion process works both ways and continues to this day. Rest assured it has always been enormous.
 

1. What is the Planck time?

The Planck time is the smallest unit of time that can be measured, at approximately 5.39 x 10^-44 seconds. It is named after physicist Max Planck and is often used in theories of quantum gravity.

2. What is the Planck mass?

The Planck mass is the mass of a particle at the Planck scale, which is the smallest scale at which the laws of physics are thought to be applicable. It is approximately 2.18 x 10^-8 kilograms and is often used in theories of quantum gravity.

3. How do Planck time and Planck mass relate to the mass of the universe?

The mass of the universe is estimated to be around 10^52 kilograms, which is significantly larger than the Planck mass. However, some theories suggest that the universe may have started at the Planck time, with a size and mass of the order of the Planck scale. Therefore, the Planck time and mass are important in understanding the early stages of the universe.

4. What is the significance of 65 kg in relation to the mass of the universe?

The number 65 kg is often used as a reference point for the mass of the universe, as it is roughly equivalent to the mass of an average human. This can be helpful in visualizing the vastness of the universe and the relative insignificance of human beings in comparison to its mass.

5. Can the mass of the universe be accurately measured?

The exact mass of the universe is difficult to measure, as it is constantly expanding and contains both visible and invisible matter. Scientists use various methods, such as studying the cosmic microwave background radiation and measuring the gravitational effects on galaxies, to estimate the mass of the universe. However, these estimates are constantly evolving as our understanding of the universe improves.

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