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If the earth was flat then it would be impossible for our earth to have seasons, because on half of the year we would have complete sunlight, the other half of the year we would have complete darkness. Also the North Pole would probably be the place with most volcanic activity, which it isn't. So that shows you somethings about what happens if the earth is flat. (and no, the earth is not flat or else all of the above would happen.)
It isn't because scientists have showed us pictures of the actual earth and its round
and you can fall off the side of the earth
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Is a flat universe 2-dimensional?
Is the universe really flat? The universe has been suggested to be flat by the WMAP satellite data. We've got 5 years worth of readings under out belt. But the jury is still out because of disagreement. If the universe is curved, it is curved so slightly that we cannot tell. A very rough equivalent is that the earth appears flat to the individual walking across the Salt Flats in Utah. The Planck Satellite launches in early 2009, and data from a successful launch may settle the matter to the satisfaction of the majority of investigators. A link can be found below. Why is our universe flat? Scientists are still debating the size and shape of the universe. What we can see is spherical, but other evidence might suggest a wide and flat universe. Though still very thick, the universe might be about the dimensions of a piece of paper. Alternatively, it might be infinite. Be careful when seeing pictures having to do with string theory, multiple universes, etc. They show pictures of flat universes to make the theories easier to understand, since we can't picture more than 3 or 4 dimensions. A picture like this-----------------------------------
Is a borderless universe a reality?
Because any border of the universe it not observable, the reality of it remains a theoretical pursuit; but generally, cosmologists agree that current data would tend to indicate the universe is infinite and "flat". One popular model (FLRW) posits that the universe is without boundaries. Research and mathematical models postulate both a bounded and unbounded universe, and some even purport that the universe might be bounded in some directions (or dimensions) but not in others; often models are speculative and hampered by inherent limits in experimental method. In particular, recent efforts have shown that we might not ever be able to distinguish between a flat, open or closed universe if the cosmological curvature parameter is sufficiently small.
Is the universe open or closed and how do you know?
Our universe is closed.Answer2: The Universe is closed. The proper theory of Gravity shows this to be true mathematically and through Boundary constants. Gravity Energy is four dimensional quaternion Energy E = - mu/r + mcV. The quaternion derivative of E is bounded ,0 = (d/dr + Del)( -mu/r + mcV)The power of the closed Universe is P = c5/G = 3645E49.
What does the structure of the universe look like?
According to scientists and technology, the structure of the universe seems to be round and flat, so the space can be bent. Another theory would be round and very spacious. Really, no one knows for sure.
What is a critical universe?
When we speak of a critical universe, we're referring to the question of whether the universe is open, flat or closed. This is about space itself being curved, so it's a bit hard to think about. However... We learned in geometry that the interior angles of triangles equal 180 degrees and that's true -- on flat paper. However, if you image a huge triangle on the Earth, with one of its points at the North Pole, one on the Equator and the Meridian of Greenwich and the third on the Equator at the meridian 90 degrees West (through the Great Lakes of the US), the angles of that triangle would be 270 degrees, since each angle is 90 degrees. This is because the Earth is a sphere (or almost one). You could have the same 270 degree triangle on a balloon. Now imagine that the triangle was on the INSIDE of the balloon, and the sides, instead of appearing to bulge outward, caved inward. That triangle would have angles of LESS than 180 degrees. The outer triangle represents a closed universe and the interior one an open one (yes, the balloon is closed, but we're not concerned with the whole balloon, only the part with the triangle on it; another way to say this is to suppose the triangle is on the seat portion of a saddle, which curves up away from it.) The critical condition is called Omega; if Omega is greater than one, the universe is closed; if less than one, open, and if equal to one exactly, flat. The challenge is that the universe is huge, and from any tract we can measure, appears flat, but that may not be the case with the whole universe.
What evidence can you cite that the universe is flat How does that compare to previous beliefs about the universe?
The universe isn't flat. It is 3-Dimensional time and space. Galaxies are depicted as being donut shaped and flat
What does the inflationary model predict about the destiny of the universe?
Flat
What happens when the earth is flat?
Nothing in the Universe is as large as the Earth AND flat. If the Earth were flat, it would be the only flat object, other than some small asteroids.
What happens when earth is flat?
Nothing in the Universe is as large as the Earth AND flat. If the Earth were flat, it would be the only flat object, other than some small asteroids.
Will space time be flat if the universe continues to expand at an accelerating rate?
As the universe continues to expand at an accelerating rate, space-time is expected to remain flat according to current scientific theories.
Earth is round so why is the universe flat?
The shape of the Universe on a large scale is not yet known. As far as we can see, it seems flat; for comparison, when you look a few meters around you, the Earth also seems to be flat. On a much larger scale, the Universe may have a positive curvature, a negative curvature, or no curvature at all.The shape of the Universe on a large scale is not yet known. As far as we can see, it seems flat; for comparison, when you look a few meters around you, the Earth also seems to be flat. On a much larger scale, the Universe may have a positive curvature, a negative curvature, or no curvature at all.The shape of the Universe on a large scale is not yet known. As far as we can see, it seems flat; for comparison, when you look a few meters around you, the Earth also seems to be flat. On a much larger scale, the Universe may have a positive curvature, a negative curvature, or no curvature at all.The shape of the Universe on a large scale is not yet known. As far as we can see, it seems flat; for comparison, when you look a few meters around you, the Earth also seems to be flat. On a much larger scale, the Universe may have a positive curvature, a negative curvature, or no curvature at all.
What are the three current theories on the shape of the universe?
Sphere, Hyperbola and Flat.
How did the earliest astronomers learn what they knew about the universe?
they belive that the earth was flat.
Is the universe shaped like a banana?
No one knows that because we have not explored outside the universe. If you are thinking about the galaxy, it looks like a straight line from Earth and a circular object from outside the galaxy.
What is an open flat Universe?
This is a theoretical model of the universe. A Friedman Universe can have positive, zero or negative curvature. If the curvature is positive then the universe is closed and curved. A light ray going in any direction would make a complete circuit if the universe and return to the starting point. If the universe has zero or negative curvature it is open and unbounded and said to be flat. A light ray would travel in a 'straight' line and not return to its point of origin.
What did people believe before Copernicus?
that the earth was the center of the universe and that the earth wAS FLAT
Can 2001 Dodge Caravan be flat towed?
it can only in a alternet universe were i can fly
