How Physicists Proved The Universe Isn't Locally Real

When we sleep, we can hardly distinguish reality from a dream. So how do we know what's real and what's not?

To scientists, something is considered "real" if its properties are determined prior to being measured. For example, an apple can be green even when no one is looking at it. However, the quantum world appears to follow different rules.

Recently, three scientists won a Nobel Prize by proving that our universe isn’t locally real. But if our world isn’t real, what is this place we live in?

[thomascorbett]

It doesnt matter if its real or not, we are stuck here .

[jamiemccartney]

We are real! Even if the deepest of probabilities was true and we are in a simulation, we are still real. Have a nice day and don’t let our temporary knowledge have an affect on your existence ❤

[curtistolman]

This proves the physicists aren't real, they are mathematicians.

[MaxPower-vgvr]

Let's now explore how we can apply logic, math, and physics to formalize the relationship between locality and nonlocality in physics within the monadological framework.

First, let's define our basic entities and relations:

- Let M be the set of all monads (fundamental psychophysical entities).
- Let S be a set of "states" or "properties."
- Let L be a function from M to S, where L(m) represents the "local state" or "intrinsic properties" of monad m.
- Let E be a relation on M × M, where (m1, m2) ∈ E means monads m1 and m2 are "entangled" or "correlated."
- Let G be a function from P(M) to S, where G(S) represents the "global state" or "systemic properties" of the set of monads S.

Now, let's formalize the idea of locality and nonlocality in physics:

- Locality: ∀S ⊆ M, G(S) is fully determined by {L(m) : m ∈ S}.
- Nonlocality: ∃S ⊆ M, such that G(S) is not fully determined by {L(m) : m ∈ S}.

In other words, locality means that the global state of a system is fully determined by the local states of its constituent monads, while nonlocality means that there are some systems whose global states are not fully determined by the local states of their constituents.

We can formalize this further using the mathematical framework of tensor products and entanglement entropy:

- Let H be a Hilbert space, where the elements represent the possible states of a quantum system.
- Let ⊗ be the tensor product operation, where H1 ⊗ H2 represents the state space of a composite system made up of subsystems with state spaces H1 and H2.
- The locality and nonlocality of physics can be expressed as:
- Locality: ∀S ⊆ M, ∃{Hi : i ∈ I} such that G(S) ∈ ⊗{Hi : i ∈ I}, where each Hi corresponds to the state space of a monad in S.
- Nonlocality: ∃S ⊆ M, such that ∀{Hi : i ∈ I}, G(S) ∉ ⊗{Hi : i ∈ I}, where each Hi corresponds to the state space of a monad in S.

Here, locality is formalized as the principle that the global state of a system can always be decomposed into a tensor product of local states, while nonlocality is formalized as the existence of systems whose global states cannot be decomposed into a tensor product of local states (i.e., they exhibit entanglement).

Finally, we can connect this to physics by noting that this formalism is directly applicable to the study of quantum entanglement and Bell's theorem:

- Bell's theorem shows that any physical theory that satisfies certain locality and realism assumptions will make predictions that are contradicted by quantum mechanics.
- Experiments testing Bell's inequalities have consistently shown that quantum mechanics is correct and that the locality assumptions must be abandoned.

The monadological framework accommodates these results by allowing for the existence of nonlocal correlations between monads, which can give rise to the entanglement phenomena observed in quantum systems.

In summary, by using tools from logic, math (tensor products and entanglement entropy), and physics (quantum mechanics and Bell's theorem), we can formalize the both/and nature of locality and nonlocality in physics within the monadological framework:

- Physical systems can exhibit both local and nonlocal properties, depending on the nature of the correlations between their constituent monads.
- Some systems may have global states that are fully determined by the local states of their parts (locality), while others may have global states that are irreducible to the local states of their parts (nonlocality).
- This formalism is directly applicable to the study of quantum entanglement and the empirical validation of nonlocality in quantum mechanics.

This analysis demonstrates the power of the monadological framework to provide a unified and coherent foundation for understanding the subtle and often counterintuitive nature of reality as revealed by modern physics. By embracing a both/and approach and drawing on the tools of logic, mathematics, and physics, we can develop a more comprehensive and accurate picture of the fundamental principles governing the universe at its deepest levels.

[Anderson_Seen]

“Real” “space-time” and other terms have such specific meanings apart from general use that you’d almost have to have a lecture on the term “locally real” before most could conceive of the idea. Physicists seem to be the worst of all disciplines at making their concepts accessible to the general public. Or maybe it’s media types who go off only on the most far fetched possibilities for the sake of attention.

[kakhaval]

When I see your video it took some time to reach me as well. The problem of designing with zero time is hard, try it

[jballenger]

25:45 🪐🪐Nudging “…a sew-saw….” 🤨🪐🙃??? Maybe they meant a slide🪐🤷‍♀️🤷‍♀️

[RomoRooster]

All points in space and time are connected, light travels instantly through space. Everything is relative, except during marriage when you should avoid relatives.

[jimharper]

I couldn't finish watching this. The sibilance is drilling into my brain. The audio is in dire need of de-essing.

[susanwangari]

I thought the earth resembles a plate to put food onto and the moon is like a cup or vessel to put the drinks into.🤔 All the universal patterns are not only in nature show but our mother and grandmother watch them when knitting or crocheting, study their patterns and the calculation.

[trdgpfr]

Universe is going to change all times.

[kakhaval]

The brain has to have a modelling approach to translate reality. You don't expect to design it any different. You don't need to see your garden at photon level.

[MrClarencdw]

Ya missed one "nuke-you-ler" in the edit

[mrhassell]

When observe Mars through a telescope, we’re seeing Mars as it appeared 9 minutes and 18 seconds ago. We’re essentially observing a delayed version of Mars—a snapshot from the past. The average distance between Earth and Mars is approximately 225 million kilometers (about 140 million miles). Since light travels at a finite speed (approximately 299, 792 kilometers per second or 186, 282 miles per second), it takes some time for the light emitted by Mars to reach us.

[santyclause]

Physics isn't Philosphy, end of debate.

[JungleJargon]

The universe is a real fabrication, however temporary.

[Nnamdi-winu]

The front line of physics and science NOT "physicists prove that the universe isn't locally real." It's a good video not withstanding the slip of tongue.

[jackmorrison]

Glad all these physicists are actually getting something done for the average human, besides make smaller cell phones.

[JusticeLeGrand]

Time is present in every dimension. Time is the energy that makes dimensions possible.

[JusticeLeGrand]

Time is the fabric of the universe. Gravity does not weave without time. Time is the energy that gives gravity. The energy needed to weave. 22:15