Quantum Mechanics vs Einstein: Light Btwn Black Holes, Double Slit Experiment

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The discussion centers on the interaction between quantum mechanics and Einstein's theory of relativity, specifically regarding the behavior of light in a double slit experiment positioned between two black holes. It is established that light is bent by gravity, particularly in the extreme gravitational fields of black holes, which influences the distribution of light waves on a screen. The consensus is that there is no inherent conflict between quantum mechanics (QM) and general relativity (GR) in this scenario. Additionally, the suggestion is made that three miniature black holes may be necessary to conduct a meaningful double slit experiment in this context.

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Quantum mechanics vs Einsteins theory of relativity:

How does light move between two black holes if we create a double slit experiment in front of the light? Do the light waves distribute themselves equally on the screen or does gravity distort light waves at the edges?

So just imagine doing a double slit experiment, but we have two black holes at the edges....
 
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namelessuser said:
Quantum mechanics vs Einsteins theory of relativity:

How does light move between two black holes if we create a double slit experiment in front of the light? Do the light waves distribute themselves equally on the screen or does gravity distort light waves at the edges?

So just imagine doing a double slit experiment, but we have two black holes at the edges....
There is no conflict between QM and GR in this particular example. Light is bent in the presence of gravity, including the extreme gravity of a black hole.
 
namelessuser said:
Quantum mechanics vs Einsteins theory of relativity:

How does light move between two black holes if we create a double slit experiment in front of the light? Do the light waves distribute themselves equally on the screen or does gravity distort light waves at the edges?

So just imagine doing a double slit experiment, but we have two black holes at the edges....
If you want a double slit experiment, you may need three miniature black holes.
 
namelessuser said:
Quantum mechanics vs Einsteins theory of relativity:

How does light move between two black holes if we create a double slit experiment in front of the light? Do the light waves distribute themselves equally on the screen or does gravity distort light waves at the edges?

So just imagine doing a double slit experiment, but we have two black holes at the edges....
Can you draw a picture of this? Where is the source of light, relative to the first black hole? Where is the screen, relative to the second black hole? You can draw it by your hand and take a photo by a smart phone.
 

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