Could Nucleonic Forces Hold the Key to Solving the Dark Matter Mystery?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the potential solutions to the dark matter problem, exploring various hypotheses and models, including the role of the Higgs boson, baryonic matter, zero point energy, and gravitational effects. Participants examine both theoretical and observational aspects of dark matter, including its identity and implications for cosmology.

Discussion Character

  • Debate/contested
  • Exploratory
  • Technical explanation
  • Conceptual clarification

Main Points Raised

  • Some participants propose that the Higgs boson, if detected, could resolve the inflation problem but not the identity of dark matter.
  • Others argue that dark matter is necessary, with some suggesting it was originally baryonic and formed from intermediate mass black holes (IMBHs).
  • A participant questions the sufficiency of zero point energy (ZPE) modified by gravity to explain dark matter, suggesting it could contribute to the extra mass observed around galaxies.
  • There is a discussion on the limitations of alternative theories such as MOND and the role of neutrinos, which are considered unlikely to account for dark matter.
  • Microlensing is cited as strong evidence for dark matter, with some participants reflecting on their initial skepticism towards the dark matter model.
  • Questions are raised about the interaction of ZPE with gravitational fields and its potential to produce effects similar to dark matter.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express a range of views on the existence and nature of dark matter, with no consensus reached. Some agree on the necessity of dark matter, while others propose alternative explanations or question the current models.

Contextual Notes

Participants note the complexity of the dark matter problem, including unresolved assumptions and the dependence on various theoretical frameworks. The discussion highlights the ongoing exploration of dark matter's identity and the implications of different cosmological models.

What do you think will solve the Dark Matter problem?

  • Neutrinos

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  • Error corrections of the data

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  • MACHOS

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  • Total voters
    30
  • #31
Just thinking out loud here, it seems to me that the energies we are involved with are the same energies on the small scales as the large, and we seem not to be taking into account the effect that nucleons repell until they reach a certain distance threshold, at which point they attract fiercely. Also atoms and Molecules seem to attract and repel each other, Not necessarily with only positive/negative interactions, nor with only magnetic, but also with I am supposing these nucleonic forces. I seem to remember the voyager probes encountering something that is changing their trajectory. My thoughts follow along the line that the solar systems as well as molecules and atoms are interacting with these same, albeit magnified and intensified, nucleonic forces. I believe I have not seen a paper addressing these forces, too small perhaps? Well, consider gravity is supposed to be the weakest of energies...
A ton of Aerogel will crush you as handily as a ton of lead... I believe all of the atomic forces accumulate and impinge on the macro world, and subsequently on the galactic.
~Dan
 

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