Gravimetric Attraction Akin to that of a Neutron Star

In summary, Thor is being buried under a mountain of metal and subjected to the intense gravitational pull of a neutron star, making his situation incredibly dire and dangerous.
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Uberhulk
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This relates to a feat in a classic Thor comic. Thor is blasted by a Graviton Bomb and "is instantly subject to a gravimetric attraction akin to that of a neutron star.". He is then "pulled irresistibly down by the incalculable increase in local gravity and is quickly buried from view by an ever compacting mass of unimaginable tonnage".

We see him buried under a rectangular mountain of metal, possibly 50 ft high and 20 ft wide.

I know gravimetric can relate to weight and also gravity. The mass of a neutron star is 1.4 (or 1.5 according to other sources) that of our sun.

http://www.space.com/22180-neutron-stars.html

I'm confused by the statements relating to gravimetric and mass. Does this mean Thor is buried under the weight of a neutron star or is subject to the gravitational pull of a neutron star? If the latter is the case and a sugar cube of this matter weighs a billion tons to calculate the weight do we determine how many cubes of sugar are in 1000 ft sq (20 x 50)? If so if a cube of sugar is 1 in square what's the weight he's buried under?
 
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Uberhulk said:
This relates to a feat in a classic Thor comic. Thor is blasted by a Graviton Bomb and "is instantly subject to a gravimetric attraction akin to that of a neutron star.". He is then "pulled irresistibly down by the incalculable increase in local gravity and is quickly buried from view by an ever compacting mass of unimaginable tonnage".

We see him buried under a rectangular mountain of metal, possibly 50 ft high and 20 ft wide.

I know gravimetric can relate to weight and also gravity. The mass of a neutron star is 1.4 (or 1.5 according to other sources) that of our sun.

http://www.space.com/22180-neutron-stars.html

I'm confused by the statements relating to gravimetric and mass. Does this mean Thor is buried under the weight of a neutron star or is subject to the gravitational pull of a neutron star? If the latter is the case and a sugar cube of this matter weighs a billion tons to calculate the weight do we determine how many cubes of sugar are in 1000 ft sq (20 x 50)? If so if a cube of sugar is 1 in square what's the weight he's buried under?
is there anything you can do to reduce the number of questions?
 
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It seems that in this comic, Thor is being subjected to both the weight and the gravitational pull of a neutron star. The gravimetric attraction is causing an increase in local gravity, which is pulling Thor down with incredible force. This means that he is not only being buried under the weight of the metal, but also being pulled down by the intense gravity of the neutron star.

To calculate the weight of the metal that Thor is buried under, we would need to know the density of the metal and the volume of the rectangular mountain. Without that information, it is impossible to determine the exact weight. However, we can estimate that it would be an unimaginable amount, given that a sugar cube of neutron star material weighs billions of tons.
 

1. What is gravimetric attraction akin to that of a neutron star?

Gravimetric attraction akin to that of a neutron star refers to the strong gravitational pull exhibited by a neutron star, which is a dense, compact star composed primarily of neutrons. This type of attraction is one of the strongest in the universe and is caused by the immense mass and compact size of the neutron star.

2. How is the gravimetric attraction of a neutron star different from that of a regular star?

The gravimetric attraction of a neutron star is significantly stronger than that of a regular star due to its high density and compact size. A neutron star has a mass that is several times that of the sun, but is only about 10-20 kilometers in diameter, making it much more massive and compact than a regular star.

3. What causes the gravimetric attraction of a neutron star?

The gravimetric attraction of a neutron star is caused by its immense mass and compact size. As the star's core collapses during the supernova explosion, the gravitational force becomes increasingly strong, causing the core to become extremely dense and compact.

4. Can the gravimetric attraction of a neutron star be measured from Earth?

No, the gravimetric attraction of a neutron star cannot be measured from Earth. The gravitational pull of a neutron star is so strong that it distorts the space-time fabric around it, making it difficult to measure from a distance. Scientists rely on indirect methods, such as studying the effects of the neutron star's gravity on nearby objects, to determine its gravitational pull.

5. What are some potential applications of studying the gravimetric attraction of neutron stars?

Studying the gravimetric attraction of neutron stars can provide valuable insights into the fundamental laws of gravity and the behavior of matter under extreme conditions. This knowledge can also be applied in fields such as astrophysics, cosmology, and space exploration. For example, understanding the strong gravitational pull of neutron stars can help in the development of new propulsion systems for space travel.

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