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[sesame]

Whats the string theory?

[Tread]

I think I have a neurosis to answer this question. I waited, cause it's not my answer threat, but I can't anymore. I'm sorry if Jenae wants to answer.


The string theory tries to explain the four fundamental interactions. To do that, it had to combine quantum mechanics and general relativity (gravitation).

The string theory is not one theory, but a bunch of similar theories with little differences. They are different approximations of the M-theory.

The theory says that the smallest parts are, not as in the standard model 0-dimensional dots, 1-dimensional strings (lines). The strings are closed or, in some theory, can be open. The different shape and the different vibration of the strings describe their properties. This vibrating strings form everything that we know. Even the vacuum is made up of strings.

The theory isn't finished or has been experimental proved. But it is on a good way to explain the world. E.g.:
The standard model gets with the big bang or black holes to gravitational singularity or spacetime singularity, cause of the 0-dimensional dots. Singularity is not defined in math. The string theory avoids this problem with the 1-dimensional strings.
Also quantum mechanics can be explained better and more logic.


If you meant the band string theory or the Star Trek novel, I can't help.

[Jenae LaTorque]

Thanks Tread, I am sure everyone got that.

And, thanks for the slap in the face from your previous post. It woke me up to some realities of the situation on this forum. I am still considering what I want to do about it.

Now, back to string theory. I didn't answer Sesame because he was just flucking with me. If he really wanted an answer to the question, I am sure there are a ton of pages on the internet that are devoted to the subject.

The developments in theoretical physics have opened up so many possibilities that are simply staggering to our concepts of what is. Just the issue of branes alone presnts so many possibile doorways to other realities. In the area of UFO studies it presents possible answers as to where they come from and what they are. Branes may also hold the key as to mysterious disapearances and appearances of people and things that are unexplainable up till now.

One of the many things about these new concepts that intrigues me is the possibility of a connection between the idea that we are basically comprised of energy, and the many concepts of gods, angels, and even man that define them as beings of light and energy. Time after time, in the history of mankind and his metaphysical beliefs, you encounter these notions.

Notions like: chakras, auras, "light of god", "inner light", etc. Even:

"you're here to be light, bringing out the God-colors in the world."
- Jesus Christ (Matthew 5:14) just one of many sayings that deal with light.

Food for thought?? even for an theist like me.

[sesame]

Originally Posted by Jenae de La Mare :p

I didn't answer Sesame because he was just flucking with me. If he really wanted an answer to the question, I am sure there are a ton of pages on the internet that are devoted to the subject.

Aww, C'mon, Sister Jenae, I couldnt see any clause in your thread saying,
"I wont entertain those questions, that have already been answered elsewhere in the infinite Internet!".

Originally Posted by Tread

The theory says that the smallest parts are, not as in the standard model 0-dimensional dots, 1-dimensional strings (lines). The strings are closed or, in some theory, can be open. The different shape and the different vibration of the strings describe their properties. This vibrating strings form everything that we know. Even the vacuum is made up of strings.

Well answered indeed! In that case, may I ask,
how many Strings are there?

For example, there are so many elements in the periodic table that combine in different proportions to create this world. Now, how many strings are there that combine to create this universe? Or is it a Multiverse?

So far, we find the smallest particle to be a Photon. Its even lighter and smaller than an electron. Photons are real particles. But then, photons are different as they vibrate in different frequencies.

Are these strings only a mathematical possibility or are they real, like photons?

[randolph]

I think all this stuff about string theory is a lot of mathematical hocus pocus.
there is no physical evidence for any of it. I am waiting for the Higgs Boson to arrive in the Large Hadron Collider, then, maybe, we can get a handle on what is going on in the subatomic world.

Also Jenae commented on energy. The Indian mystics contemplated the inner energy in humans and called it kundalini which is the latent female energy in all of us. Much of Tantric meditation involves activating this energy which transcends the ego and produces "enlightenment". Transsexuals and their admirers could be interested in this Tantric Yoga since the male and female energies are intertwined.

The image is of a bisexual god/goddess worshiped in India.

[Tread]

Originally Posted by sesame

how many Strings are there?

In principle there are infinity possibilities of vibrating strings.
The problem is to detect and measure them. The strings are described in 32 dimensions. Until now the dimensions are reduced to 10-, 11- or 26-dimensions in the sting theories. The Branes Jenae talked are a way to reduce the dimensions to our 4 measurable, 3 room and 1 time dimension. Until this happens, the energy of strings is too high.
The other problem is the "bigness" of strings, 10^-35m = 0,0000000000000000000000000000000001m. No one can measure it today.

I'm sure the number of strings is limited strongly by conditions. Until now minimal 18 particles are theoretical known, and then there is vacuum, time, dark energy and dark madder (I'm sure I forgot something). But nobody knows how many.
In the string theory, vibrating strings form everything. Bosons (photons, gravitons, higgs-bosons, ...), leptons (electron, different neutrinos, ...) and Quarks.
Quarks and leptons form fermions. Fermions and bosons form hadrons. Hadrons and fermions form nucleons (proton, neutron). Nucleons and electrons form atoms (elements in the periodic table).

Originally Posted by sesame

So far, we find the smallest particle to be a Photon. Its even lighter and smaller than an electron. Photons are real particles. But then, photons are different as they vibrate in different frequencies.

I never heard someone was able to measure their bigness. But they can only a bit bigger then the string that form it. Their mass is 0, until someone find anti gravitation you can't find something lighter. They can be created and can be destroyed, without noticeable particles. So there must be unknown strings everywhere.

Originally Posted by sesame

Are these strings only a mathematical possibility or are they real, like photons?

You can't say something is real or not until it is proven. No one can prove it today. The string theory and the surrounding theories are not ready. They must develop further. Until now they are the best way to explain the word.
They are not a mathematical possibility, they are fundamental in the string theory. But the theory is only 1 mathematical possibility, but only a theory and not finished.

Originally Posted by randolph

I think all this stuff about string theory is a lot of mathematical hocus pocus.
there is no physical evidence for any of it. I am waiting for the Higgs Boson to arrive in the Large Hadron Collider, then, maybe, we can get a handle on what is going on in the subatomic world.

Also Jenae commented on energy. The Indian mystics contemplated the inner energy in humans and called it kundalini which is the latent female energy in all of us. Much of Tantric meditation involves activating this energy which transcends the ego and produces "enlightenment". Transsexuals and their admirers could be interested in this Tantric Yoga since the male and female energies are intertwined.

I trust the mathematical hocus pocus more than the religious hocus pocus. And as said, it's only a theory.

In Tantra you lose life energy when you ejaculate.

[randolph]

Tread
"In Tantra you lose life energy when you ejaculate."
Yes, perhaps that's why tranny lovers like to consume it!

Anyway, Tread, you are very knowledgeable about nuclear theories. Do you think the Higgs is a valid theory or is something else coming along?

[Jenae LaTorque]

Originally Posted by Jenae LaTorque

Thanks Tread, I am sure everyone got that.


Food for thought?? even for an theist like me.

OOPS!! Big typo error there! Meant to type atheist there but I dropped the "a" somehow and didn't proofread as I was in a hurry to get somewhere. Bit of differance between an atheist and a theist, doncha know.

Looking over the posts above, I have noticed that some of you have a habit of stating theories as facts. Also some of the paraphrasings here are ambiguous and somewhat incorrect. I believe we had all best keep in mind that most of this field is simply theory built upon mathematical constructs or models. It is going to take some time and a great deal of moolah to prove or disprove much of it.

And if we move from the super microscopic view of particle physics to the other end of the scale, and we look at the big, big picture and start discussing black holes, universe creation, etc?? Much the same situation. A lot of theories based on mathematical projections and little proof for now. So where are we?

I say it doesn't matter. The important thing is that at least some of mankind is reaching out to try and understand our place in the grand scheme of things. It is really pretty damn inspiring to me when I think about how far we have come since the "flat earth" state of knowledge. I realize that we are fast approaching the limit of what one man can learn in a lifetime in order to apply what he knows to new possibilities. We may have to develop artificial intelligence in order to progress much more. The problem with men as thinking entities is that we have to devote much of our time and resources to just plain living day to day, and all that entails.

As far as I can see, it is all just another part of the evolution of mankind. The big question is if we will survive to continue down the road. What will favor the survival of the fittest in the years to come? Will it be religious fanaticism? Will it be tolerance and brotherly love? Will it be just a matter of chance? Your guess is as good as mine.