Would these (unrealistic) conditions imply gravitons existed?

In summary, quantum states collapse when observed through interaction. This can happen even in a true vacuum, where an uncharged massive particle may collapse its state. This could potentially imply the existence of gravitons, as there would be no other particle to interact with. However, there are also interpretations of quantum mechanics where collapse does not occur, such as the many-worlds interpretation. The concept of "collapse" is not directly observable, so it is difficult to define the effects of gravity on superposition.
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So quantum states collapse when observed, ie they are interacted with, if one had an uncharged massive particle, in a true vacuum (yes, this assumption is egregious, not your usual "ignore air resistance"), and the state of the aforementioned particle collapsed, would that imply gravitons did exist, because there would be no other particle to interact with it?
 
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Jumping into the deep end ...

Particles can be kept in a state of superposition in the midst of all our gravity. So if you are correct in your hypothesis then I think the same reasoning (inverted) might apply to say that gravitons do not exist.

Or that the presence of gravity does not disturb superposition.
 
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quantum states collapse when observed, ie they are interacted with

Only on a collapse interpretation of QM. There are also no collapse interpretations, such as the MWI. "Collapse" is not something that is directly observed, so I don't think your question is well defined.
 
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You're 100% right, terribly phrased question on my part, I butchered physics like how engineers ruin math
 

1. What are gravitons and how do they relate to gravity?

Gravitons are hypothetical particles that are thought to be the carriers of the gravitational force. They are predicted by the theory of quantum gravity and are believed to mediate the interactions between massive objects in the universe.

2. How do unrealistic conditions affect the existence of gravitons?

Unrealistic conditions, such as extreme temperatures or densities, can potentially affect the existence of gravitons. These conditions may alter the behavior of gravity and could potentially provide evidence for the existence of gravitons.

3. What evidence do we have for the existence of gravitons?

Currently, there is no direct evidence for the existence of gravitons. However, the theory of quantum gravity predicts their existence and their effects can be observed indirectly through phenomena such as gravitational waves.

4. How would the discovery of gravitons impact our understanding of the universe?

The discovery of gravitons would have a significant impact on our understanding of the universe. It would provide a deeper understanding of the fundamental forces of nature and could potentially lead to the development of a unified theory of physics.

5. Are there any experiments being conducted to search for gravitons?

Yes, there are several experiments being conducted to search for gravitons. These include the Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory (LIGO) and the European Space Agency's Laser Interferometer Space Antenna (LISA). These experiments aim to detect the effects of gravitons on gravitational waves.

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