Is the Galactic Coriolis Effect Debunked or Proven?

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Start date Apr 6, 2008
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In summary: Moreover.. Say part of a rotating galactic dust-cloud collapses into a star with solar system. By conservation of angular momentum, how can it not end up rotating in the same direction as the galaxy was?

Aug 18, 2010

willem2

Janus said:

I was merely pointing out that if galactic rotation effected stellar system rotation, that you would not see any difference between the two sides of the galactic equator. That "if" in my mind is very unlikely. For one, we know that for instance, the rotation of the Earth effects on systems is too weak to effect something even a meter across. A stellar system is many times smaller than that compared to the galaxy. Not only that, but the Earth rotates in one day, compared to the 250 million years it takes for the solar system to make one trip around the galaxy.

Actuallly star systems aren't much smaller compared to the size of the galaxy than 1 meter compared to the size of the earth, about 10^(-7).
They are however formed by contraction of gas clouds that can start out much larger, and can also take millions of years to collapse, so I'm not sure the influence of the galactic rotation is completely unimportant.

<h2>1. Is the Galactic Coriolis Effect a real phenomenon?</h2><p>Yes, the Galactic Coriolis Effect is a real phenomenon that affects the movement of objects in the galaxy. It is similar to the Coriolis Effect on Earth, but on a much larger scale.</p><h2>2. How does the Galactic Coriolis Effect work?</h2><p>The Galactic Coriolis Effect is caused by the rotation of the Milky Way galaxy. As the galaxy rotates, objects within it experience a force that causes them to deviate from a straight path. This force is known as the Coriolis force.</p><h2>3. Can the Galactic Coriolis Effect be observed?</h2><p>Yes, the Galactic Coriolis Effect can be observed through the movement of celestial bodies in the galaxy. For example, the rotation of spiral arms in the Milky Way is a result of the Coriolis Effect.</p><h2>4. Is there any evidence to support the existence of the Galactic Coriolis Effect?</h2><p>Yes, there is ample evidence to support the existence of the Galactic Coriolis Effect. This includes observations of the movement of stars and gas clouds in the galaxy, as well as simulations and models that demonstrate its effects.</p><h2>5. Can the Galactic Coriolis Effect be debunked?</h2><p>No, the Galactic Coriolis Effect cannot be debunked as it is a well-established phenomenon in astrophysics. However, there may be ongoing research and debates about the specifics of its effects and how it operates in different parts of the galaxy.</p>

1. Is the Galactic Coriolis Effect a real phenomenon?

Yes, the Galactic Coriolis Effect is a real phenomenon that affects the movement of objects in the galaxy. It is similar to the Coriolis Effect on Earth, but on a much larger scale.

2. How does the Galactic Coriolis Effect work?

The Galactic Coriolis Effect is caused by the rotation of the Milky Way galaxy. As the galaxy rotates, objects within it experience a force that causes them to deviate from a straight path. This force is known as the Coriolis force.

3. Can the Galactic Coriolis Effect be observed?

Yes, the Galactic Coriolis Effect can be observed through the movement of celestial bodies in the galaxy. For example, the rotation of spiral arms in the Milky Way is a result of the Coriolis Effect.

4. Is there any evidence to support the existence of the Galactic Coriolis Effect?

Yes, there is ample evidence to support the existence of the Galactic Coriolis Effect. This includes observations of the movement of stars and gas clouds in the galaxy, as well as simulations and models that demonstrate its effects.

5. Can the Galactic Coriolis Effect be debunked?

No, the Galactic Coriolis Effect cannot be debunked as it is a well-established phenomenon in astrophysics. However, there may be ongoing research and debates about the specifics of its effects and how it operates in different parts of the galaxy.