Unlocking 4096 Colors: What Are the Secrets of String Coding?

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The discussion revolves around the concept of string coding and the representation of colors within different string theories, specifically addressing the number of colors associated with various dimensions in string theory. Participants explore the implications of these numbers in relation to theoretical frameworks and mathematical sequences.

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  • One participant questions the significance of "4096 colors," suggesting that in the bosonic case and superstring 10D case, there are only 16 colors.
  • Another participant humorously relates the number of colors to the 26 smilies used in the forum, each representing a parameter in the standard model.
  • A participant introduces the idea of sequences, mentioning Fibonacci numbers in relation to dimensionality and suggesting a potential connection to string theory dimensions.
  • Further elaboration on dimensionality indicates that 10-dimensional and 26-dimensional strings share the same signature modulo 8, leading to discussions about the implications of these signatures on theoretical constructs.
  • Hexagonal numbers are mentioned as part of a sequence that may relate to the broader discussion of dimensions and string theory.

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Participants express differing views on the number of colors associated with string theories, with no consensus reached on the significance or interpretation of these numbers. The discussion remains unresolved with multiple competing perspectives presented.

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The discussion includes references to specific mathematical concepts and theories, such as Fibonacci numbers and hexagonal numbers, which may not be fully explained or agreed upon by all participants. The implications of dimensional signatures are also noted but not conclusively resolved.

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Individuals interested in string theory, theoretical physics, and mathematical sequences may find the discussion relevant and thought-provoking.

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arivero said:
4096 colours?
in the bosonic case and in the superstring 10D case it is 16 colours.

Here at PF we have 26 smilies. one for each parameter in the standard model:rolleyes: :smile: :approve: :cry:

:frown: :bugeye: :eek: :rolleyes: :shy:

:!) :mad: :wink: o:)

:-p :devil: :biggrin: :blushing:

:cool: :redface: :smile: :-p :confused:

:zzz:
 
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Hi arivero,

Your slow post [not Haloscan] to the Reference Frame thread above with Lubos' response brings sequences to my perspective.

Were an 8 to accompany the 5, 13 then Fibonacci numbers come to my mind.
 
Dcase said:
Hi arivero,

Your slow post [not Haloscan] to the Reference Frame thread above with Lubos' response brings sequences to my perspective.

Were an 8 to accompany the 5, 13 then Fibonacci numbers come to my mind.

I would bet for a 9. The point is that 10-dimensional and 26 dimensional strings have the same signature module 8. The signature is number of spatial dimensions minus number of time dimensions, so 9-1=8 or 25-1=24. The 25-1=24 is the origin of the work of Borcherds you mentioned in other thread.

In the middle we have 17-1=16, so 18 dimensions and then some unknown object with a group SO(2^9).

But speaking of sequences, I found the one of hexagonal numbers, hidden in my https://www.physicsforums.com/blogs/arivero-81/generations-1008/ post.
 
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