Is Gravity Our Ally or Our Enemy?

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This discussion centers on the philosophical debate regarding gravity's role in the universe, with participants expressing both pro and con viewpoints. Proponents argue that gravity is essential for existence, maintaining the atmosphere and preventing chaos, while detractors humorously suggest that gravity is an obstacle to freedom and creativity. Key points include the necessity of gravity for life and the universe's structure, contrasted with the desire for a gravity-free experience, particularly in relation to entertainment and convenience. The conversation also touches on the implications of gravity on everyday life, such as the stability of objects and the absurdity of life without it.

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  • Understanding of basic physics concepts, particularly gravitational force.
  • Familiarity with the implications of gravity on planetary formation and stability.
  • Knowledge of the relationship between gravity and atmospheric retention on Earth.
  • Awareness of the cultural references to gravity in media and humor.
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  • #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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