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Is there any experimental or observational evidence that conclusively shows gravitational forces acting on mass that is less than the Planck mass? thx
Gravitational Forces on Mass < Planck Mass: Evidence?
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Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around the existence of experimental or observational evidence for gravitational forces acting on masses smaller than the Planck mass. Participants explore the limits of gravitational testability on small scales, seeking verifiable information and data.
Discussion Character
- Exploratory
- Debate/contested
- Experimental/applied
Main Points Raised
- One participant questions whether a grain of fine sand falling constitutes evidence of gravitational forces on small masses.
- Another participant emphasizes the need for a comprehensive list of experimental data that demonstrates the limits of gravitational testability for masses less than the Planck mass.
- A participant references a paper discussing a Gaussian distribution related to small-scale gravitational effects, seeking hard experimental data.
- There is a mention of neutron-drop experiments, with one participant questioning if these experiments involve masses smaller than 22 micrograms.
- Participants express a desire for verifiable information and data rather than anecdotal evidence.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants do not reach a consensus. There are competing views on what constitutes valid evidence for gravitational forces on small masses, and the discussion remains unresolved regarding the availability of experimental data.
Contextual Notes
Participants express uncertainty about the limits of gravitational testability and the definitions of mass in the context of gravitational forces. There are references to specific experimental setups and papers, but no definitive conclusions are drawn.
Who May Find This Useful
This discussion may be of interest to those researching gravitational physics, experimental methods in small-scale physics, or the implications of the Planck mass in gravitational theory.