Antimatter at the Speed of Light: Uncovering the Mysteries

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Antimatter cannot travel at the speed of light due to its non-zero mass, similar to matter. The conversion of antimatter into energy occurs through annihilation with matter, resulting in 100% energy conversion as described by Einstein's equation E=mc². This process produces gamma radiation, not an increase in space. While antimatter can theoretically release massive amounts of energy, the current methods of creating and containing antimatter are highly inefficient, making it impractical for energy generation.

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  • Understanding of Einstein's equation E=mc²
  • Knowledge of particle physics and antimatter properties
  • Familiarity with gamma radiation and its implications
  • Basic concepts of vacuum fluctuations and virtual particles
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cosmos seeker said:
is it possible to convert pure energy into matter.I mean E=m^c .Does it exist any way to produce "mass"

I believe that particle colliders do this. Colliding high energy (IE Fast Moving) particles together can result in many particles created. However it is not in a very controlled way and there really isn't reason to try to use this for anything other than research currently. Keep in mind that a lot of the particles created are unstable and will decay into lighter particles or photons very quickly after formation.
 

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