Viscous fingering and structure of space

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This discussion draws a parallel between the phenomenon of viscous fingering in fluids and the large-scale structure of space, suggesting that both may share similar formation processes due to the expansion of space. The concept of self-organizing structures, such as dendrites in the brain, is also introduced as potentially influenced by the expansion of space. The conversation emphasizes the importance of distinguishing scientific concepts from artistic metaphors, urging caution in interpretation.

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Everytime I see a picture of the large scale structure of space with matter arranged in a web like form, I come to think of the fenomenon of viscous fingering in fluids between to surfaces when they are moved apart. Since space is expanding as well, maybee these structures have something to do with the same forming processes?

(Perhaps life and evolution is also dependent on the expansion of space, to form it's own structures such as dendrites in the brain and other forms of self-organizing structures. A bit far fetched perhaps.)
 
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Beware of artistic metaphores.
 
Simon Bridge said:
Beware of artistic metaphores.

I know... I can't help it. After all I'm human ... :)
 

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