Quantum Foam and Conservation of Energy

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The discussion centers on the implications of quantum foam and virtual particles on the conservation of energy within a system. It posits that if quantum foam particles can persist long enough to interact with nearby particles, they may introduce kinetic energy into previously isolated systems. This raises questions about the closed nature of the universe and the fundamental principles of energy conservation. Participants are encouraged to explore existing threads on virtual particles for deeper insights.

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If quantum foam particles can exist long enough to interact with other close particles before returning to the vacuum, doesn't this introduce kinetic energy to a system that previously didn't have it before? Does this perhaps imply that a system (such as the universe) cannot actually be isolated or closed? Needless to say, I must be missing some crucial details here, and i'd much appreciate it if someone could fill me in on them. Thanks.
 
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If you search the quantum mechanics forum here for threads containing "virtual particle", you will find a bunch of good discussion and explanation of this topic.
 
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