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eljose79
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I think that if space time was discrete we wouldn,t have divergences or other anomalies...but can it be?..and if so how it should be treated?...
Discrete space-time refers to the idea that space and time are not continuous, but instead exist in separate, distinct units. This means that there is a smallest possible unit of space and time, beyond which it cannot be divided any further.
The traditional view of space and time, as described by Newtonian physics, is that they are continuous and unchanging. However, the theory of discrete space-time suggests that space and time are made up of discrete, indivisible units, and that they can change and interact with each other in complex ways.
One major piece of evidence for discrete space-time comes from quantum mechanics, which describes the behavior of particles on a very small scale. In this theory, space and time are not continuous, but instead are made up of discrete units known as quanta.
Yes, there are some theories that propose alternative explanations for the behavior of particles and the nature of space and time. For example, some theories suggest that space and time may be continuous, but on a very small scale that is difficult to measure or observe.
The concept of discrete space-time has significant implications for our understanding of the universe, as it challenges our traditional views of space and time and opens up new possibilities for how the universe may operate. It also has practical applications, such as in the development of quantum computers and other technologies that rely on the principles of quantum mechanics.