What could happen after maximum entropy is reached if

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Discussion Overview

The discussion explores hypothetical scenarios regarding the state of the universe after reaching maximum entropy, particularly focusing on the implications if vacuum had an absolute mass and if Newton's second law could be overridden. The scope includes theoretical considerations and speculative reasoning about the laws of physics.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant proposes a scenario where vacuum has an absolute mass, suggesting it could limit the expansion of universal matter.
  • Another participant questions the premise, stating that the laws of physics as currently understood do not support the idea of vacuum having an absolute mass or Newton's second law being overridden.
  • A later reply reiterates that the question lacks a definitive answer within the framework of established physics, suggesting that any speculative answers would be equally valid or invalid.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally disagree on the validity of the initial premise, with some arguing that the laws of physics do not allow for such scenarios, while others engage in speculative reasoning without consensus on the implications.

Contextual Notes

The discussion is limited by the assumptions made in the initial question, which are not supported by current physical laws. There is also a lack of resolution regarding the hypothetical nature of the scenarios proposed.

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When:
- Vacuum had an absolute mass, relatively limiting expension of all universal matter
- Newton's second law could be overridden or negated
- [Anything else I couldn't think of]
 
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The laws of physics describe to the world that we live in, where vacuum doesn't have an absolute mass and Newton's second law cannot be overridden. They don't have anything to say about anything else, so your question as phrased has no answer.
(Although you can have a lot of fun making up answers... Your made-up answer will be as good as mine or anyone else's)
 
Nugatory said:
The laws of physics describe to the world that we live in, where vacuum doesn't have an absolute mass and Newton's second law cannot be overridden. They don't have anything to say about anything else, so your question as phrased has no answer.
(Although you can have a lot of fun making up answers... Your made-up answer will be as good as mine or anyone else's)

Right, this thread is asking what the laws of physics would say if the laws of physics didn't hold. There are no true answers to this.

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