Is the LHC Beam Prevented from Falling at 9.81 m/s by Electromagnetic Fields?

In summary, the beam of protons in the LHC is prevented from falling at 9.81 m/s by the use of electromagnetic forces, primarily magnetic, to steer the beams.
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What prevents the beam of protons in say the lhc from falling at 9.81 m/s? I've never heard of an electric or magnetic field that prevents it...
 
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The LHC is nothing but a giant super-powerful magnetic tube. Protons are charged particles. It can accelerate them to relativistic speeds; a paltry 9.81m/s drift is child's play.
 
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God Plays Dice said:
What prevents the beam of protons in say the lhc from falling at 9.81 m/s? I've never heard of an electric or magnetic field that prevents it...

Sure you have. Put a positively charged plate under the beam and it will repel the protons, thus opposing gravity.
 
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God Plays Dice said:
? I've never heard of an electric or magnetic field that prevents it...

I'm really shocked that you could have looked anything up and not learned that the LHC steers beams using electromagnetic - primarily magnetic - forces.
 

1. What is the role of gravity in particle colliders?

Gravity is not a significant factor in particle colliders. These machines are designed to study the behavior of subatomic particles, which are governed by the laws of quantum mechanics, rather than the laws of gravity. However, some theories suggest that gravity may be a fundamental force that can be studied at the subatomic level, and experiments are being conducted to explore this possibility.

2. Can particle colliders create or manipulate gravity?

No, particle colliders do not have the capability to create or manipulate gravity. Gravity is a fundamental force that is not currently understood at the subatomic level. While some theories suggest that it may be possible to study gravity at this level, it is not currently within the capabilities of particle colliders.

3. How does the Large Hadron Collider (LHC) study gravity?

The LHC does not directly study gravity. Its main purpose is to accelerate particles to high speeds and then collide them, allowing scientists to study the behavior of subatomic particles and potentially discover new particles. However, the LHC also has the capability to conduct experiments that could provide insight into the nature of gravity, such as the search for microscopic black holes.

4. Are there any potential risks associated with studying gravity in particle colliders?

There are currently no known risks associated with studying gravity in particle colliders. However, as with any scientific experiment, safety measures are taken to ensure the well-being of researchers and the surrounding environment. Theoretical risks, such as the creation of microscopic black holes, have been extensively studied and deemed highly unlikely to occur.

5. How does gravity affect the behavior of particles in particle colliders?

Gravity does not have a significant effect on the behavior of particles in particle colliders. The particles being studied are so small and move at such high speeds that the effects of gravity are negligible. However, as mentioned before, some theories suggest that gravity may be a fundamental force that can be studied at the subatomic level, and experiments are being conducted to explore this possibility.

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