Penrose's Singularity Theorem

A Penrose's Singularity Theorem is a singularity theorem that proves the inevitable formation of singularities in general relativity under conditions including trapped surfaces and global hyperbolicity.

• AKA: Penrose Singularity Theorem, Penrose Theorem, Gravitational Collapse Theorem.
• Context:
  • It can typically prove Singularity Formation in gravitational collapse.
  • It can typically apply to Black Hole Formation with trapped surfaces.
  • It can typically require Global Hyperbolicity for causal structures.
  • It can often utilize Topological Methods in differential geometry.
  • It can often assume Energy Conditions for matter fields.
  • It can often inspire Quantum Gravity Research through singularity problems.
  • It can range from being a Classical Penrose's Singularity Theorem to being a Quantum-Extended Penrose's Singularity Theorem, depending on its quantum modifications.
  • It can range from being a Weak Penrose's Singularity Theorem to being a Strong Penrose's Singularity Theorem, depending on its energy condition requirements.
  • It can range from being a Cosmological Penrose's Singularity Theorem to being a Local Penrose's Singularity Theorem, depending on its application scope.
  • It can range from being a Time-Oriented Penrose's Singularity Theorem to being a Space-Like Penrose's Singularity Theorem, depending on its singularity type.
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• Example:
  • Related Singularity Theorems, such as:
    • Hawking's Singularity Theorem for cosmological singularities.
    • Hawking-Penrose Theorem for combined results.
    • Robust Singularity Theorem for semiclassical extensions.
  • Penrose's Singularity Theorem Applications, such as:
    • Black Hole Singularity Prediction for stellar collapse.
    • Big Bang Singularity Analysis for cosmological origin.
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• Counter-Example:
  • No-Hair Theorem, which describes black hole uniqueness rather than singularity formation.
  • Singularity Avoidance Model, which prevents singularity formation through quantum effects.
• See: Singularity Theorem, General Relativity Theory, Einstein's Field Equations, Black Hole Physics, GR-Navier-Stokes Linking Method, Trapped Surface, Mathematical Physics Theorem, Hawking's Singularity Theorem.

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