Matter cutting by destabilising of atoms bonding

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The discussion centers on the theoretical and practical methods of cutting solid matter by disrupting atomic bonds. A proposed method involves replacing electrons with muons to alter the electron field configuration, although this is considered exotic due to the rarity of muons. More feasible techniques include using stronger fields, such as steel, to disrupt weaker atomic bonds, exemplified by the operation of a wood saw. The conversation also touches on the potential for cutting materials like quartz crystals and granite.

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  • Basic principles of mechanical cutting tools, such as saws and knives
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is there a theoretical way to cut solid mater by disrupting the electron field holding atoms together
 
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Yes.

One could for example replace the electrons with muons, changing field configuration thus disrupting crystal structure.

That's a bit exotic since muons are rare.

More practically one could use another stronger field to disrupt a weaker field. An example would be using the strong field of steel to cut a weaker bond in cellulose. This is the principal behind a wood saw.
 
Yes. Use a knife.You will disrupt the electron field.
 
nasu said:
Yes. Use a knife.You will disrupt the electron field.
i was thinking of quartz crystals , granite in particular
 

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