A team of quantum physicists’ discovery casts doubt on the theory of relativity
A team of quantum physicists from Ben Gurion University formulated in Israel a theory that challenges Albert Einstein’s famous theory of relativityproposing an alternative model of black holes based on the concept of a “frozen star”.
This new hypothesis seeks to resolve paradoxes that modern theory cannot explain.thereby calling into question one of the fundamental principles of modern physics.
A New Approach to the ‘Singularity’ That Challenges Relativity
This revolutionary theory is based on concept of singularityunderstood in physics as the point at which the laws of space-time cease to apply.
According to the theory of relativity, The singularity is the epicenter of black holeswhere gravitational forces become infinite and the curves of spacetime are limitless. This interpretation has puzzled physicists for decades because it implies that at some point The theories that describe our Universe stop working.
- Event horizon: This is the boundary surrounding the black hole, and according to Einstein, nothing can leave it, not even light.
- Hawking’s Paradox: suggests that due to quantum effects, some particles may escape the event horizon as radiation, which contradicts the idea that everything is captured by a black hole.
This contradiction has become a mystery for modern physics, where the concepts of relativity theory and quantum mechanics are not yet completely harmonized.
“Frozen Star”: an alternative theory to black holes
A team of Israeli scientists proposes a revolutionary idea: black holes may not be like thatbut it could be an exotic quantum object they call “frozen star”
These stars, according to the model, will have characteristics similar to those of black holes. However, this will not take into account the theoretical shortcomings associated with the singularity and the event horizon.
Characteristics of frozen stars
- They do not contain a singularity within themselves, which excludes the idea of a point of infinite density at their center.
- They do not represent the event horizon described by modern theory.
They would allow certain particles to escape extreme gravitational pull, providing a solution to Hawking’s paradox.
If this hypothesis is confirmed, frozen stars will not only solve some of the most persistent dilemmas of black hole theory, but also offer a more understandable structure from quantum physics.
Impact on the theory of relativity
Ram Brustein, one of the lead authors of the study published in the journalPhysical review D’noted that this quantum theory would have a transformative effect. “If frozen stars are real, then Einstein’s theory of relativity must be fundamentally changed,” Brustein said.
In addition, he noted that they are working to study the internal structure of these stars and how they differ from neutron stars, a type of star that is also characterized by high density.
This new model opens up the possibility of making experimentally testable predictions, which is not possible in the case of singularities. According to Brustein, “If our predictions are correct, we will have to reevaluate not only the theory of relativity, but also our understanding of gravity and the universe.”
What implications does this discovery have?
This alternative model challenges fundamental principles of physics:
- New definition of gravity: By modifying the concept of a black hole, the theory suggests that gravity in these extreme quantum objects may behave differently than expected.
- We question the general theory of relativity: The absence of a singularity and an event horizon calls into question the validity of relativity in situations of extreme gravity.
- New understanding of the Universe: If this quantum theory is correct, quantum physics and relativity may be reconciled in certain aspects, opening the door to new models of the structure of the cosmos.
The development of this quantum model has also sparked debate in the scientific community because Einstein’s theory became one of the pillars of modern physics.. However, developments in quantum physics and discoveries in cosmology suggest that our understanding of the Universe is constantly evolving and may lead to new theories that answer still unresolved questions.