Red shift and zero point energy

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The discussion centers on the relationship between redshift in galaxies and zero point energy, referencing the theories of Fritz Zwicky and modern theorists like Fotini Markopoulou-Kalamara. Zwicky's hypothesis suggests that redshift may result from light's interaction with space, while contemporary views challenge this notion, asserting that space is not a complete vacuum. The MAGIC consortium has published findings on the potential delay of high-frequency electromagnetic waves compared to low-frequency waves, although these observations remain unreplicated. The question of whether zero point energy has changed over time is also raised, indicating ongoing debate in the field.

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  • Understanding of redshift and its implications in astrophysics
  • Familiarity with zero point energy concepts in quantum physics
  • Knowledge of electromagnetic wave behavior and frequency
  • Awareness of current astrophysical research methodologies
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  • Research the theories of Fritz Zwicky regarding redshift and light propagation
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  • Investigate the MAGIC consortium's findings on electromagnetic wave delays
  • Study the implications of zero point energy in cosmology and its historical changes
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Is there a relationship between red shift of galxies and zero point energy?
Has the zero point energy changed over time?
 
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If, as Fritz Zwicky thought, redshift arises from light's interaction with the space through which it propagates, yes. Einstein thought that light had to interact with space (as a transmissive medium, too). Today, we are MUCH smarter and have no truck with such crazy ideas. :rolleyes:

There are a few modern theoreticians including Fotini Markopoulou-Kalamara, who think that light may interact with the the transmissive media (space) through which it propagates, and that since high-frequency EM must interact more frequently than low-frequency EM, that high-frequency EM must be delayed relative to the low-frequency EM. The MAGIC consortium has recently published about such a delay, though this observation has not been replicated.
 
zero point energy changes?

Thanks for the reply that is what I have read also about space no really bieng a compleat vacuum there fore causeing a slight index of refraction. Any thoughts on zero point energy changing over time?
 

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