Has Earth Ever Returned to Its Exact Previous Position in Space?

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In summary, the concept of a "position in space" is subjective and dependent on the chosen coordinate chart. This means that it is possible for the planet Earth to be in the same space it was once in, but it is not a concrete or objective reality. Our understanding of our position in space is limited and constantly changing.
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Is it possible that we have been (as the planet Earth) within the exact same space as we once had been? Meaning that, within all of our orbits around the sun, all of our trips around the galaxy, all of what we don't know about our relationships with other galaxies, and all of the countless possibilities in our position in space, is it possible we've circled around the loop, crossed and been in our previous position from the same or different angle?
 
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There is no reality to the notion of a "position in space".

In order to assert that two events in space-time have the same "position in space", you have to invoke a coordinate chart; and so the notion is completely dependent on how you choose to look at things.
 
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I cannot definitively say whether or not this scenario is possible. Our current understanding of the laws of physics and the movements of celestial bodies suggest that it is unlikely for Earth to have returned to its exact previous position in space. The vastness of the universe and the constant expansion of space make it highly improbable for such a precise repetition to occur.

However, it is possible that Earth has crossed paths with its previous position in space from a different angle. The chaotic nature of the universe means that objects are constantly in motion and their trajectories can be influenced by various factors such as gravitational pull from other bodies. Therefore, it is possible for Earth to have intersected with its previous position in space, but not in the exact same way.

Furthermore, our understanding of the universe is constantly evolving and there may be aspects of space and time that we have yet to discover. It is possible that there are phenomena or forces at play that could potentially lead to Earth returning to its previous position in space. However, until we have concrete evidence or a theoretical framework to support this idea, it remains a mere speculation.

In conclusion, while it is not entirely impossible for Earth to have circled around and intersected with its previous position in space, it is highly unlikely based on our current understanding of the universe. Further research and advancements in science may shed more light on this intriguing possibility.
 

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