GRB 080319B said:If the universe is http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Digital_physics#Wheeler.27s_.22it_from_bit.22", then would force fields be quantized (not extend to infinity)? Must force fields extend infinitely for conservation of energy (transmission of em waves)?
DragonPetter said:I think something discrete can still be infinite, so I don't know if you can jump to these kinds of conclusions. Say you have a staircase that goes up in steps, it still could go up infinitely high even though you can only move up it in discrete steps.
Anyway, I think the universe has already been proven to be discrete in many ways through quantum mechanics.
A discrete force field is a type of physical model that describes the forces acting on particles or objects in a system. It is "discrete" because it considers the forces to be localized and quantized, rather than continuous and infinite.
In an infinite force field, the forces are considered to be continuous and extend infinitely in all directions. In contrast, a discrete force field considers the forces to be limited in scope and localized to specific points or regions.
"Quantized" refers to the idea that the forces in a discrete force field are restricted to specific discrete values, rather than being able to take on any value within a continuous range. This is a fundamental concept in quantum mechanics and is essential for understanding the behavior of particles at a microscopic level.
Discrete force fields are used in a variety of scientific fields, including physics, chemistry, and materials science. They are particularly useful for studying the behavior of small particles, such as atoms and molecules, and can provide valuable insights into the properties and interactions of these systems.
While discrete force fields can provide valuable insights into physical systems, they also have their limitations. For example, they may not accurately describe the behavior of larger systems or systems that involve complex interactions. Additionally, the discrete nature of these force fields can make it difficult to accurately model continuous systems or phenomena.