Higgs Boson vs GR's Spacetime: Is Mass Effect Obsolete?

In summary, the conversation discusses the concept of the Higgs boson and its potential impact on the theory of spacetime pressure and curvature. The speaker questions the validity of this claim and requests a citation for the article, which is ultimately revealed to be a crackpot paper not worth discussing.
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i was just reading a article that said that if the higgs boson is proven for fact, then the concept of the mass effect (spacetime pressure and curvature) would be obsolete. Is this true? i spent so much time teaching my self about SR and GR.
 
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Can you cite the article? The claim seems wrong, but without seeing the actual article it is hard to say.
 
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the article is actually really long (It more of like a paper) <crackpot link removed> the part about this matter is towards the part appendix "A" about Newtonian laws.
 
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That paper is crackpot nonsense, and we don't discuss crackpottery here.
 
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I can understand the confusion and concern surrounding the potential implications of the discovery of the Higgs boson. However, it is important to note that the Higgs boson and the concept of spacetime in general relativity (GR) are not directly related or interchangeable.

The Higgs boson is a particle that is believed to give mass to other particles in the universe. Its existence was predicted by the Standard Model of particle physics, which is a theory that describes the fundamental building blocks of matter and their interactions. The discovery of the Higgs boson in 2012 by the Large Hadron Collider (LHC) was a major milestone in confirming the validity of the Standard Model.

On the other hand, the concept of spacetime in GR is a fundamental aspect of Einstein's theory of gravity. It describes how mass and energy curve the fabric of spacetime, creating the force of gravity. This theory has been extensively tested and confirmed through various experiments and observations, including the famous detection of gravitational waves.

So, while the Higgs boson may play a role in explaining the mass of particles, it does not invalidate the concept of spacetime in GR. In fact, the two theories complement each other and are both crucial in our understanding of the universe.

Furthermore, even if the Higgs boson is proven to be the mechanism behind mass, it does not mean that the concept of mass itself becomes obsolete. Mass is a fundamental property of matter and will continue to be a key concept in physics.

In conclusion, the discovery of the Higgs boson does not render the concept of spacetime in GR or the concept of mass obsolete. Rather, it adds to our understanding of the universe and highlights the interconnectedness of different theories in physics.
 

Related to Higgs Boson vs GR's Spacetime: Is Mass Effect Obsolete?

1. What is the Higgs Boson and how does it relate to mass effect?

The Higgs Boson is a subatomic particle that was theorized to exist in the 1960s and was finally discovered in 2012 by the Large Hadron Collider. Its existence helps to explain how particles acquire mass and is a fundamental part of the Standard Model of particle physics. The concept of mass effect, on the other hand, is a term used in science fiction to describe a fictional technology that can manipulate gravity to create artificial mass. While the Higgs Boson is a real scientific discovery, mass effect is purely fictional and not based on any scientific principles.

2. How does the Higgs Boson impact our understanding of GR's spacetime?

The discovery of the Higgs Boson has had little impact on our understanding of GR's spacetime. GR (General Relativity) is a theory that explains how gravity works on a large scale, such as in the universe. The concept of the Higgs Boson relates to the Standard Model of particle physics, which explains the behavior of particles on a smaller scale. While both theories are important in our understanding of the universe, they are not directly related.

3. Is the concept of mass effect now obsolete with the discovery of the Higgs Boson?

No, the concept of mass effect was never based on scientific principles and is purely fictional. The discovery of the Higgs Boson has not made it obsolete, as it was never a scientifically accepted concept to begin with.

4. How does the Higgs Boson contribute to our understanding of mass and matter?

The Higgs Boson is a fundamental particle that is responsible for giving other particles mass. Its existence helps to explain why different particles have different masses and is a crucial part of the Standard Model of particle physics. It has also contributed to our understanding of the origin of mass in the universe.

5. Can the Higgs Boson be used to create artificial mass or manipulate gravity?

No, the Higgs Boson is a subatomic particle that exists on a very small scale and has no practical applications for creating artificial mass or manipulating gravity. These concepts are purely fictional and not based on any scientific principles.

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