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Will particles that don't interact with normal matter (dark matter for example) emit cherenkov radiation (if light in that medium moves slower than that particle) ?
Cherenkov radiation is a type of electromagnetic radiation emitted when charged particles, such as those found in dark matter, move through a medium at speeds faster than the speed of light in that medium.
Cherenkov radiation is emitted when charged particles, such as those found in dark matter, interact with a medium. This can provide evidence for the presence of dark matter in the universe.
Cherenkov radiation is detected through specialized detectors, such as photomultiplier tubes, which can detect the faint flashes of light emitted when charged particles pass through a medium at high speeds.
Studying Cherenkov radiation emitted from dark matter can provide insights into the properties and behavior of dark matter, which is believed to make up a large portion of the universe's mass. It can also help scientists better understand the nature of the universe and its evolution.
No, Cherenkov radiation emitted from dark matter is not harmful to humans. The amount of radiation emitted is extremely small and can only be detected with specialized equipment, making it harmless to our bodies.