Higgs ocean, dark energy and quantum fluctuations: related manifestations?

In summary, Brian Greene discusses the concept of indirect, universal fields in which we exist but have not yet directly detected in his book "The Fabric of the Cosmos". He questions whether these fields could be mathematically interlinked with each other or with observable phenomena. The existence of dark energy has the most evidence, but its cause is still uncertain. The possibility of interconnection between these fields is also discussed, including the Higgs field.
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Loren Booda
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Brian Greene in "The Fabric of the Cosmos" gives the above three as indirect, universal fields in which we exist but have not yet directly detected. Could they be mathematically interlinked among themselves or with immediately observable phenomena?
 
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I'll withhold judgment about an interrelationship until there is more convincing evidence that any of them exist. Dark energy is the one with the most evidence behind it, but even there, there is simply an observed effect that could have multiple possible causes.
 
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If they could, they would.
 
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Would you all care to compare even qualitatively, if not quantitatively, possible similarities amongst the three or how they influence us?
 
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https://www.physicsforums.com/journal.php?s=&action=view&journalid=13790&perpage=10&page=2

Looren, read the "on virtual particles and dark energy" entry on the above page.
You will need to scroll down a bit

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marlon
 
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I had overlooked that popular hypothesis, marlon; thanks for reminding me. How about working in the Higgs field as well, anyone?
 

FAQ: Higgs ocean, dark energy and quantum fluctuations: related manifestations?

What is the Higgs ocean?

The Higgs ocean is a theoretical concept within the field of particle physics. It is a hypothetical sea of energy that permeates the entire universe and gives mass to all particles. This ocean is made up of Higgs bosons, which are elementary particles that were first theorized in the 1960s and later confirmed by experiments at the Large Hadron Collider in 2012.

How does dark energy relate to the Higgs ocean?

Dark energy is a mysterious force that is believed to be responsible for the accelerating expansion of the universe. Some theories suggest that dark energy may be related to the Higgs ocean, as both involve fundamental fields that permeate the universe. However, there is currently no conclusive evidence to support this connection.

What are quantum fluctuations?

Quantum fluctuations are random changes in the energy of a system at the subatomic level. They arise from the inherent uncertainty in the behavior of particles at this scale. These fluctuations play a crucial role in quantum field theory, which describes the behavior of particles and fields at a microscopic level.

How are quantum fluctuations related to the Higgs ocean?

Quantum fluctuations are closely related to the Higgs ocean, as both involve the behavior of fields at a microscopic level. In fact, some theories suggest that the Higgs ocean may be the result of quantum fluctuations in the early universe. However, this is still a topic of ongoing research and debate among scientists.

What are the potential manifestations of these concepts?

The potential manifestations of the Higgs ocean, dark energy, and quantum fluctuations are still largely unknown and the subject of ongoing research. However, some theories suggest that they may play a role in phenomena such as the expansion of the universe, the behavior of black holes, and the nature of dark matter. Further research and experimentation are needed to fully understand the implications of these concepts.

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