Limitations on the operational definition of spacetime events and quantum gravity

Details Limitations on the operational definition of spacetime events and quantum gravity Limitations on the operational definition of spacetime events and quantum gravity

Jul 1987

adsabs.harvard.edu/cgi-bin/nph-data_query?bibcode=1987cqgra...4l.107p&link_type=abstract

Classical and Quantum Gravity (ISSN 0264-9381), vol. 4, July 1, 1987, p. L107-L113.

Physics

116

Gravitation Theory, Quantum Mechanics, Relativistic Theory, Space-Time Functions

Scientific paper

Using simple arguments from general relativity and quantum theory it is shown that it is not possible to devise experiments (or operational procedures) which will measure the position of a particle to an accuracy better than the Planck length (Gh/c-cubed) of about 10 to the -33rd cm. It is also impossible to synchronize clocks to a precision better than Planck time. The implications of the result are discussed.

Affiliated with

Also associated with

No associations

Rating

Limitations on the operational definition of spacetime events and quantum gravity does not yet have a rating. At this time, there are no reviews or comments for this scientific paper.

If you have personal experience with Limitations on the operational definition of spacetime events and quantum gravity, we encourage you to share that experience with our LandOfFree.com community. Your opinion is very important and Limitations on the operational definition of spacetime events and quantum gravity will most certainly appreciate the feedback.

Rate now

Comments { 0 }

Profile ID: LFWR-SCP-O-790197