White Hole in Universe: Is the Center Expanding?

In summary, a white hole in the universe is a theoretical concept that is not believed to exist in the real world. The idea of a center of the universe being a white hole throwing matter outwards at high speeds does not make sense, as there is no known center to the universe. Additionally, the concept of white holes and black holes becomes blurred when considering Hawking radiation and holography.
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nil1996
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white hole in universe!

isn't the center of universe a white hole?( i think)As the center of universe is throwing matter radially(if it is a white hole) outwards at high speed,we are moving away from the centre.This is nothing but the term "expanding universe".
does this make sense?

thanks.
 
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nil1996 said:
isn't the center of universe a white hole?( i think)As the center of universe is throwing matter radially(if it is a white hole) outwards at high speed,we are moving away from the centre.This is nothing but the term "expanding universe".
does this make sense?

thanks.

No, this makes NO sense at all.

1) White holes are a mathematical construct that are not really believed to exist in the real world
2) There IS no "center" to the universe
 
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nil1996 said:
isAs the center of universe is throwing matter radially(if it is a white hole) outwards at high speed,

we are moving away from the centre.

thanks.



It isn't.

We aren't.
 
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phinds said:
No, this makes NO sense at all.

1) White holes are a mathematical construct that are not really believed to exist in the real world

Actually, this is not quite true. If you believe in Hawking radiation and holography (and most scientists who work in gravitation do) this statement is altered from the classical picture. It turns out that white holes and black holes become much harder to distinguish.

See the following famous paper by Hawking:

http://prd.aps.org/abstract/PRD/v13/i2/p191_1
 
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I can provide some insight into the concept of a white hole in the universe and its potential connection to the expansion of the universe.

First, it is important to note that the concept of a white hole is still a theoretical one and has not been observed or proven to exist in our universe. A white hole is essentially the opposite of a black hole, where instead of matter being pulled in, it is being ejected outwards at high speeds. This idea is based on mathematical models and theoretical physics, but there is no direct evidence to support its existence.

Now, regarding the center of the universe, it is important to understand that there is no single defined center of the universe. The universe is constantly expanding, and every point in space can be considered the center from its own perspective. Therefore, it is not accurate to say that the center of the universe is a white hole, as there is no fixed point that can be identified as the center.

However, some theories suggest that the expansion of the universe could be caused by the energy and matter being ejected from a white hole. This is just one of many theories attempting to explain the expansion of the universe, and it is still a topic of ongoing research and debate in the scientific community.

In short, while the idea of a white hole in the universe is intriguing, it is still a theoretical concept and its connection to the expansion of the universe is not fully understood or proven. As scientists, we continue to explore and study these concepts in order to gain a better understanding of our universe.
 

Related to White Hole in Universe: Is the Center Expanding?

1. What is a white hole?

A white hole is a hypothetical astronomical object that is the opposite of a black hole. While a black hole has a gravitational pull that is so strong that it does not let anything escape, a white hole would have a repulsive force that does not allow anything to enter.

2. How is a white hole formed?

The formation of a white hole is still a topic of speculation among scientists. Some theories suggest that it could be formed from a black hole that has reached the end of its life cycle and has exploded in a massive release of energy.

3. Is there any evidence of white holes in the universe?

As of now, there is no concrete evidence of the existence of white holes in the universe. However, some scientists believe that certain phenomena such as gamma-ray bursts and quasars could be potential candidates for white holes.

4. Can a white hole be observed?

Currently, there is no way to directly observe a white hole. The repulsive force of a white hole would prevent any matter or light from entering, making it invisible. However, scientists are studying potential indirect evidence, such as the effects of white holes on surrounding matter and energy.

5. Is the center of the universe expanding due to white holes?

The concept of a white hole causing the expansion of the universe is still a topic of debate in the scientific community. Some theories suggest that white holes could play a role in the expansion of the universe, but more research and evidence are needed to confirm this idea.

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