By exploring the size of the Universe are we trying to catch the tail of a wave that is running away fron us? According to Hindu belief, the time is made of cycles called "yugas"; Is it possible that after the current "yuga" called "kaliyuga" ( some close to 500000 years or let's just assume a vast number in millions of years) there will contraction phase of the wave and the wave to be repeated again and again? If so, can human intelligence and analysis with all the logic based on finite existence, ever capable of describing the Universe?
2006-11-21 17:02:21 · 6 answers · asked by stvenryn 4 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Astronomy & Space
yes, it is the theory of the perpetually oscillating universe. i have always favored this theory because it conveniently gets around having to explain where it all came from by suggesting that it has always been. but sometimes i think it is an intellectual cop out for the same reason.
because of our inherent limitations, we may not have the the tools to observe enough of what is going on here to understand it completely. I am forever amazed at how the different belief systems of different cultures seem to have such insights.
2006-11-21 18:45:32 · answer #1 · answered by karl k 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm no student of astrophysics so theories of an "oscillating universe" and how the second law of thermodynamics has any impact on the formation of astronomical structure but I do have a grasp on the concept of infinity. The universe is infinitely vast. It seems illogical to assume that all matter contained "within" it was ever condensed into any one location 14 billion years ago. I cannot subscribe to the theory that there is a "boundary" where beyond a point there is NO matter. Therefore I submit that the "big bang" could have been a localized event, repeating itself in our universe in more than one location.
Of course, I will never pursue the testing of this hypothesis but I wonder if anyone else is or if in their quest for the truth that they are finding any evidence of this theory.
2006-11-25 21:23:15 · answer #2 · answered by ©2009 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The universe cannot oscillate through the cycle of big bangs you describe because of the second law of thermodynamics.
Basically, a feature of all processes that drive the universe is that they increase its entropy. This means that the big bang must have been a moment of minimum entropy for the entire universe.
However, it is known that black holes represent the maximum possible entropy per unit volume that is possible in the universe.
A cycle of big bangs would require a magical reversal of entropy, and there is no process known or theorised by which this could happen.
2006-11-22 04:26:39 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
After piecing together other theories, I've come to suspect the Big Bang is a constant, neverending event. Its a giant white hole. Recycled matter and energy radiates from it in every direction. Where does it come from? The center of our universe, but on the other side, so to speak.
Some day it will be easier to explain a universe with more than 3 dimensions.
2006-11-22 02:51:43 · answer #4 · answered by Ellis26 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Greta Question! This one depends on your understanding of origins of the universe......while the big bang can seem unbelievable due to the the creation of matter from nothing, it is still the most plausible explanation. what you are talking about is the oscillating universe. after the universe reaches the critical density, all matter is blue shifted back to the origin. and then the big bang happens all over again and so on. personally, i believe the osc. universe is a great explanation for the time being.....that is, until we can prove one theory from another without and contradictions. and yes, i do believe that humans may be able to find out this answer in the future, but who knows when?
2006-11-22 01:50:23 · answer #5 · answered by Daniel S 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Our misunderstanding of the universe and its origins should be sufficient cause for us to consider the probability of an intelligent Creator doing seemingly impossible things. Expanding universe, accelerating away against gravity, escaping infinite gravity, breakdown of time space and math. Yea. Science fiction at its best. People confined to their limits of perception. Glory to God in the highest creator of the universe.
2006-11-22 06:14:55 · answer #6 · answered by St Lusakan 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋