Gravitational binding energy of some stuff

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The discussion focuses on calculating the Gravitational Binding Energy (GBE) of various astronomical structures, specifically the Milky Way, the Virgo Supercluster, and the Sloan Great Wall. Participants reference the formula for GBE available on Wikipedia, highlighting its applicability to non-spherical objects. However, there is uncertainty regarding the mass values required for accurate calculations of the Virgo Supercluster and the Sloan Great Wall.

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  • Understanding of Gravitational Binding Energy (GBE)
  • Familiarity with astronomical structures and their mass estimation
  • Basic knowledge of gravitational physics
  • Access to resources like Wikipedia for formula reference
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  • Research the mass of the Virgo Supercluster and Sloan Great Wall for GBE calculations
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Just interested.:wink:
>GBE of the milky way?
>GBE of the Virgo supercluster?
>GBE of the sloan great wall?
 
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Even if it did apply, I don't know the mass of virgo or the sloan great wall.
 

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