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If a singularity exists in the center of a black hole, could quantum physics, instead of relativity , explain it?
Singularity does not need an explanation, it needs an ellimination. Namely, we want a theory that gets rid of the singularity. There are many indications, but not yet a definite proof, that quantum gravity can do that.zuz said:If a singularity exists in the center of a black hole, could quantum physics, instead of relativity , explain it?
The singularity in a Black Hole is a point of infinite density and zero volume at the center of a Black Hole. It is a region where the laws of physics, including quantum physics, break down and cannot accurately describe what is happening.
Quantum Physics is the branch of physics that deals with the behavior of matter and energy at a very small scale, such as atoms and subatomic particles. Black Holes are objects with immense gravitational forces, and at their core, they are believed to have a singularity, which is a region where the laws of physics, including quantum physics, cannot fully explain what is happening.
Currently, there is no single theory that can fully explain the singularity in a Black Hole. However, some scientists believe that a theory of quantum gravity, which combines the principles of quantum physics and general relativity, may be able to explain the singularity. But this theory is still being researched and is not yet fully understood.
According to the theory of general relativity, time slows down near the event horizon of a Black Hole, where the gravitational pull is extremely strong. As we approach the singularity, time appears to slow down even more, and at the singularity itself, time may come to a complete stop. This is because the immense gravitational forces at the singularity cause a distortion in the fabric of space-time.
It is currently impossible to directly observe or study the singularity in a Black Hole due to its extreme conditions. However, scientists continue to study and develop theories, such as quantum gravity, to better understand the singularity and the laws of physics that govern it. It is possible that with further research and technological advancements, we may one day have a better understanding of the singularity in Black Holes.