English

Black Holes, Information Loss and the Measurement Problem

General Relativity and Quantum Cosmology 2017-03-08 v1 Quantum Physics

Abstract

The information loss paradox is often presented as an unavoidable consequence of well-established physics. However, in order for a genuine paradox to ensue, not-trivial assumptions about, e.g., quantum effects on spacetime, are necessary. In this work we will be explicit about these additional, speculative assumptions required. We will also sketch a map of the available routes to tackle the issue, highlighting the, often overlooked, commitments demanded of each alternative. In particular, we will display the strong link between black holes, the issue of information loss and the measurement problem.

Keywords

Cite

@article{arxiv.1607.01255,
  title  = {Black Holes, Information Loss and the Measurement Problem},
  author = {Elias Okon and Daniel Sudarsky},
  journal= {arXiv preprint arXiv:1607.01255},
  year   = {2017}
}

Comments

14 pages, 3 figures