Relativity says that there is no absolute simultaneity. Quantum

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The discussion centers on the incompatibility between Einstein's theory of relativity, which asserts that there is no absolute simultaneity, and quantum mechanics, particularly its concept of entanglement, which appears to suggest absolute simultaneity. Participants express confusion over the reconciliation of these two foundational theories of modern physics. The conversation highlights that even leading physicists struggle to resolve these discrepancies, indicating a significant challenge in theoretical physics.

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Relativity says that there is no absolute simultaneity. Quantum mechanics with its entanglement seems to imply absolute simultaneity. And in between these two I am the one who gets confused. :smile: :confused:
Please Help.
 
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cometraza said:
in between these two I am the one who gets confused.

You are not alone. The greatest minds in the world are trying and failing to reconcile these two theories, upon whose pillars most of modern physics stands.

It doesn't end with simultaneity. There are other ways the two are incompatible. Combining them results in infinities.
 


DaveC426913 said:
You are not alone. The greatest minds in the world are trying and failing to reconcile these two theories, upon whose pillars most of modern physics stands.

Thanks for the assurance. :rolleyes:
I thought someone has an answer which I need to know.
 

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