Question about universe formation

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The discussion revolves around the formation of the universe, specifically the hypothesis that our universe may have been created through a collision with another universe. Participants explore the implications of multiverse theories and the challenges associated with the concept of "something from nothing."

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants propose that the universe could have formed from a collision with another universe, suggesting a chain reaction that shares matter between them.
  • One participant questions the internal consistency of the initial claim, pointing out a contradiction in stating that the universe was created while also implying it already existed.
  • Another participant elaborates on the collision scenario, comparing it to neutron star collisions that release significant energy, and suggests that similar events involving supermassive black holes could lead to universe formation.
  • Concerns are raised about the philosophical implications of "something from nothing," with references to the idea of infinite regress in cosmological models.
  • One participant challenges the feasibility of the proposed model, arguing that the collision of supermassive black holes would result in a larger black hole rather than the creation of a universe, and questions the origin of the hypothesized other universe.
  • A moderator notes that the thread is approaching overly speculative territory and reminds participants to adhere to forum rules regarding speculation.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express differing views on the plausibility of universe formation through collisions with other universes, with some supporting the idea and others challenging its validity. The discussion remains unresolved, with no consensus reached on the proposed models.

Contextual Notes

The discussion highlights limitations in understanding the origins of the universe, particularly regarding the assumptions involved in multiverse theories and the philosophical challenges of explaining existence from nothing.

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Could it be possible that our universe was created when another universe bumped into ours thus creating a chain reaction and perhapse sharing its matter with ours? I have this idea the there are billions, trillions or any number of universes in a empty space sort of like how galaxies are mostly in an empty space and occasionally collide sharing matter.
 
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KTevolved said:
Could it be possible that our universe was created when another universe bumped into ours thus creating a chain reaction and perhapse sharing its matter with ours? I have this idea the there are billions, trillions or any number of universes in a empty space sort of like how galaxies are mostly in an empty space and occasionally collide sharing matter.

Did you read what you just wrote? You asked if our universe could have been created and in the same statement said it already existed.

Speculation about multiverses is just that ... speculation. You would be better off learning some real physics.
 
No i mean like say you had to empty bubbles and both collided and the energy and heat created matter or 2 super massive black hole in another universe collided with each other an created our universe. From what I am told if 2 neutron stars collide there is a massive amount of energy and radiation released so imagine 2 supermassive black holes doing it. I am trying to understand how our universe was created because a sudden release of space time and matter from nothingness doesn't make sense.
 
The problem common to all 'origin of the universe' models is you eventually face the issue of 'something from nothing' ,or 'turtles all the way down'.
 
KTevolved said:
No i mean like say you had to empty bubbles and both collided and the energy and heat created matter or 2 super massive black hole in another universe collided with each other an created our universe. From what I am told if 2 neutron stars collide there is a massive amount of energy and radiation released so imagine 2 supermassive black holes doing it. I am trying to understand how our universe was created because a sudden release of space time and matter from nothingness doesn't make sense.

Ridiculous. If two supermassive black holes collide, what you get is a bigger supermassive black hole. You are positing another universe in order to explain OUR universe. Where did the other universe come from?

Chronos has it right. It's either something from nothing or turtles all the way down.
 
This thread is moving close into the realm of speculation. Please ensure you read the forum rules on overly speculative posts.
 

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