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Where does mass get the energy to supply a pull on other objects?
Gravity: What Powers Mass's Pull on Objects?
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Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around the nature of gravity and the mechanisms behind mass's attraction to other objects. Participants explore theoretical explanations, the need for a comprehensive theory, and the conceptual understanding of gravity, including its representation in models.
Discussion Character
- Exploratory
- Debate/contested
- Conceptual clarification
Main Points Raised
- One participant questions where mass derives the energy to exert a gravitational pull on other objects.
- Another participant asserts that no energy is required for mass to exert a gravitational pull.
- A participant expresses the belief that a well-defined theory explaining mass attraction could merit a Nobel Prize, indicating a desire for clarity in the understanding of gravity.
- Some participants describe gravity as an interference in the gravitational field that warps space-time, using the analogy of a bowling ball and a golf ball on a trampoline to illustrate this concept.
- One participant challenges the notion of gravity as a force, suggesting a different interpretation.
- A later reply critiques the explanation of gravity by pointing out that it essentially restates the concept of gravity without providing further insight.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants express differing views on the nature of gravity, the need for energy in gravitational attraction, and the adequacy of current explanations. No consensus is reached on these points, and multiple competing views remain present in the discussion.
Contextual Notes
Some claims rely on specific interpretations of gravitational theory, and there are unresolved questions regarding the definitions and implications of gravity as a force versus a field effect.
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russ_watters
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No such energy is required.
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pallidin
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harp AP 2010 said:
A specific, reasonably complete, well described, and peer-reviewed/accepted theory of what exactly is the cause of mass attraction is worthy of a Nobel Prize.
Hope it happens in my lifetime. I'm interested.
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MillerGenuine
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Mass produces an interference in the gravitational field, it warps the fabric of space-time. Similar to putting a bowling ball and a golf ball on a trampoline. The bowling ball bends the fabric and as a result the smaller mass (golf ball) will attract to the bowling ball. Is this not how gravity works? someone feel free to correct me.
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huskerwr38
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gravity is not a force ;)
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pallidin said:
A specific, reasonably complete, well-described, and peer-reviewed/accepted theory of what exactly is the cause of anything is worthy of a Nobel Prize.
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MillerGenuine said:
Explaining gravity with gravity. Yes, gravity works exactly like gravity works. You are correct, in a tautological way.
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