
quantum singularity
A quantum singularity refers to a theoretical point in space where the effects of quantum mechanics, which governs tiny particles, become extremely intense, similar to the idea of a classical singularity in black holes. Unlike classical singularities, where gravity becomes infinite, quantum singularities suggest a breakdown or unknown behavior of physics at extremely small scales. They highlight areas where our current understanding of physics cannot fully explain what happens, pointing to the need for a unified theory combining gravity and quantum mechanics. Essentially, a quantum singularity is a puzzle about the fundamental nature of spacetime at incredibly small, energetic scales.