Our universe was connected to another universe?

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The discussion revolves around the idea that our universe may have been connected to another universe billions of years ago, exploring the implications and evidence for this theory.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant proposes that there is a theory suggesting our universe was once connected to another universe that split off.
  • Another participant requests a specific reference to support the claim about the theory.
  • A subsequent reply indicates a vague recollection of the theory being discussed in an old issue of Scientific American, but lacks specificity.
  • A participant humorously references a quip related to the theory, suggesting a connection to popular culture.
  • One participant concludes that without a valid reference, the discussion lacks a basis for continuation.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus, as there is a lack of specific references to support the initial claim, leading to a challenge regarding the validity of the discussion.

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Was our universe once connected to another universe many billions of years ago?
Summary: Was our universe once connected to another universe many billions of years ago?

I read about a theory which states that our universe used to be connected to another universe which somehow split off from it many billions of years ago.

Is there any corroborating evidence to support this?
 
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ElliotSmith said:
I read about a theory

Please give a specific reference.
 
PeterDonis said:
Please give a specific reference.

I think it was an old issue of Scientific American, I can't remember which one, though.
 
Was that the one that gave rise to the quip about 'banging branes together' ?
( Snarky take on Hitchikers Guide's DJ ...)
 
ElliotSmith said:
I think it was an old issue of Scientific American, I can't remember which one, though.

Then we don't have a valid basis for a PF discussion. Thread closed.
 

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