Is Gravity Our Ally or Our Enemy?

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The discussion centers around the nature of gravity, with participants debating its positive and negative aspects. Many argue that gravity is fundamentally good, as it is essential for the existence of the universe, keeping the Earth and atmosphere intact, and preventing chaos. However, some express frustration with gravity, citing its role in causing falls and the inconvenience of weight. Humor is prevalent, with comparisons made between gravity and cable television, suggesting that without gravity, life would be less enjoyable, yet also more chaotic. The conversation evolves into a playful critique of gravity, with some participants humorously proposing a rebellion against it, while others defend its necessity for everyday life. Overall, the thread balances scientific insights with lighthearted banter, emphasizing gravity's crucial role in maintaining order in the universe, despite its drawbacks.
  • #61
tribdog said:
cable? cable?
Gokul?
looks more like a wire to me.
That's because you're seeing it from a distance.
Go closer.
 
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  • #62
Artman said:
Is it possible to overthrow gravity? :smile: :-p
You could with Cosmic Communism.

A Cosmic Communist could re-distribute all the energy/matter and dark energy/dark matter in the universe in an equal fashion, so they all counter-act each other, and we live in a egalitarian, gravityless society.
 
  • #63
You may not see the following subliminal message (but it will find its way into your subconscience...muwahahaha) :devil:

MORE CABLE PLEASE . . . . . MORE CABLE PLEASE . . . . . MORE CABLE PLEASE . . . [/size]
 
  • #64
Gokul43201 said:
You may not see the following subliminal message (but it will find its way into your subconscience...muwahahaha) :devil:

MORE CABLE PLEASE . . . . . MORE CABLE PLEASE . . . . . MORE CABLE PLEASE . . . [/size]
I believe that's classified as supraliminal...

Would there be supraliminality if gravity were replaced by cable?
 
  • #65
Gokul43201 said:
You may not see the following subliminal message (but it will find its way into your subconscience...muwahahaha) :devil:

MORE CABLE PLEASE . . . . . MORE CABLE PLEASE . . . . . MORE CABLE PLEASE . . . [/size]
Thank you, Gokul!
We all need to be exposed to your moral lessons from time to time, even if some may find them hard to swallow initially. They'll get used to it.
 
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we might not see what?
 

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