Do 3D and 4D Universes Share the Same Geometry?

Thread starter Gold Barz
Start date Mar 5, 2005

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The discussion centers on whether a 3D universe shares the same geometry as a 4D universe. One participant dismisses the relevance of the question but acknowledges a previous answer affirming a similarity. The conversation highlights that in different geometries, straight lines do not exist, as all lines become curved. This suggests that the geometric properties of higher dimensions can differ significantly from those in lower dimensions. Ultimately, the relationship between dimensions and geometry remains a complex and intriguing topic.

Mar 5, 2005

Gold Barz

Would a 3 spatial dimension universe have the same geometry as a 4 spatial dimension universe?

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Mar 5, 2005

Chronos

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let go of that idea, it is not relevant

Mar 5, 2005

Gold Barz

Nevermind, I just read the answer you gave me to this question in one PM, it was "yes" lol

Just because its not relevant doesn't mean its not worth asking about

Mar 7, 2005

Chronos

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There are no straight lines. All lines are curved when you change geometry.

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