How can gravitons pass so effortlessly through a solid?

In summary, theorists suggest that gravitons, although still a theory, could potentially travel easily through solid objects due to their lack of interaction with the three forces acting on a microscopic scale. This has been observed with neutrinos passing through the Earth without any interaction.
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I realize gravitons are only a theory, but what do the theorists have to say about gravitons traveling easily through huge amounts of solid?
 
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I always through that gravitons worked a bit like magnets but with only 1 pole that always attracts. The gravitons are not flowing like electrons, they merely emit a field.
 
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Since gravitons have yet to be discovered, one can only guess as to their passing through solids. However, it should not be so strange. Neutrinos do it all the time. Most neutrinos pass through the Earth without any interaction. Of the three forces acting on a microscopic scale, neutrinos are subject only to the weak force. Gravitons are subject to none of the three, so they would be less likely to interact.
 

1. How do gravitons pass through solid objects?

Gravitons are hypothetical particles that are thought to carry the force of gravity. They are believed to interact with matter through the curvature of space-time, allowing them to pass through solid objects without being hindered.

2. Why can't we feel the gravitons passing through us?

Gravitons have an extremely weak force compared to other particles, such as photons. This means that they do not interact with matter in the same way and are not able to be perceived by our senses.

3. Do gravitons only pass through solids?

No, gravitons are thought to pass through all types of matter, including liquids and gases. They are also believed to be present in the vastness of space, constantly interacting with objects and bodies.

4. Can gravitons be blocked by certain materials?

Since gravitons have a weak force, they are not easily blocked by any material. However, some theories suggest that extremely dense materials, such as black holes, may have the ability to bend and absorb gravitons.

5. How do gravitons affect the movement of objects?

Gravitons are responsible for the force of gravity, which is what holds objects together and dictates their movement in space. By passing through objects, gravitons exert a force on them, causing them to attract to each other and move accordingly.

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