Message in the Sky: The Mysteries of the Heavens

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The discussion centers around the potential for messages encoded in the cosmic microwave background (CMB) data, particularly in light of the second-year WMAP findings. It suggests that if the CMB results from prior causes, any attempt to encode a message would disrupt the natural order of cause and effect. The key takeaway is that the only "message" discernible from the CMB may be the inherent principle that cause and effect remain unaltered from the singularity. This highlights the philosophical implications of understanding cosmic phenomena. The conversation emphasizes the limitations of interference with fundamental cosmic processes.
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http://www.arxiv.org/PS_cache/physics/pdf/0510/0510102.pdf
 
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It will all be revealed in the 2nd Year WMAP data. :biggrin:

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http://www.arxiv.org/PS_cache/physics/pdf/0510/0510102.pdf
If the CMB is the effect of causes before, then there is no way to interfere with those process to encode a message without disrupting cause and effect. So I think the only code to be found is the message that cause and effect cannot be disturbed at any point from the singularity.
 
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