[HPforGrownups] Re: Apparating and the Theory of Relativity OR Dimensional Travel

[KEN ADAMS]

No: HPFGUIDX 185904

> KEN:
> ...
> It seems to me that apparition involves the disappearance from
> one place and the instantaneous appearance somewhere else. ...
> This means that speeds must be close to those of light. From
>what I know of the theory of relativity which is very incomplete,
> to be generous. This is impossible.


bboyminn:
Ah...but that is the flaw in your thinking, the belief that it
happens instantaneously. I does not. When Harry Apparates, he
perceives time passing. Because you can't seem to breath
while apparating, there is a time and distance limit to it
based on how long you can hold your breath.
...snip...

Ken:
I agree that your calculations seem entirely reasonable and hugely within the speed of light. Since the question concerned apparition, my reply did not concern itself with portkeys, or floo transport, or even thestrals. I think consideration of these adds value to the discussion.
Thank you Steve.
KEN