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On the other hand, four or more spatial dimensions would mean that gravitational and electric forces would fall off faster than the inverse square law. In this situation, planets would not have stable orbits around their star, nor electrons have stable orbits around the nucleus of an atom. Thus intelligent life, at least as we know it, could exist only in four dimensions. I very much doubt we will find a non anthropic explanation.
They are assuming a universe with the same basic laws but just a different number of spatial dimensions. So yes, if you come up with totally different laws you might be able to imagine a 5D universe where life is possible.Gold Barz said:I still don't see why it is impossible, wouldn't a 5D universe have different laws than a 3D universe does? why do we apply our laws to their laws?
Gold Barz said:So...it is improbable for life to arise in 4D+ universes...wow, that sucks majorly
A 4D+ universe refers to a universe with four or more dimensions. In our everyday experience, we are familiar with three dimensions: length, width, and height. However, in theoretical physics and mathematics, there are theories and models that propose the existence of additional dimensions beyond the three we perceive.
It is not yet known for certain whether life is possible in a 4D+ universe. However, many scientists believe that the laws of physics and chemistry that govern life on Earth would still hold true in higher dimensions. Some even argue that life may have evolved differently in a 4D+ universe, possibly resulting in forms of life that are vastly different from what we know.
Life in a 4D+ universe would likely have different physical and biological characteristics. For example, beings may have more complex sensory organs to perceive and navigate through higher dimensions. Their biology and metabolism may also be different, as they would need to adapt to the unique conditions of a higher dimensional environment.
Yes, there could be various challenges for life in a 4D+ universe. Some of these could include the ability to adapt to the higher dimensional environment, the availability of resources and energy, and the potential competition with other forms of life. Additionally, the laws of physics in a 4D+ universe may also pose challenges for the survival and evolution of life.
Currently, we do not have the technology to directly study or observe life in a 4D+ universe. However, scientists are working on theoretical models and experiments that could potentially provide insights into the properties and behavior of life in higher dimensions. We may also indirectly study 4D+ life through the detection of signals or signatures that could indicate its presence in the universe.