So, what are all the known paradoxs in Astronomy?

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This discussion centers on the distinction between paradoxes and unresolved problems in astronomy, specifically referencing the 'twin paradox' and Olber's paradox. Participants clarify that while the twin paradox is well understood, Olber's paradox raises questions about the universe's structure and light. The conversation highlights a lack of comprehensive resources on astronomical paradoxes, suggesting that many perceived paradoxes may actually be unresolved questions rather than true paradoxes.

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So, what are all the known paradox's in Astronomy?
 
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What do you mean by paradox? Do you mean unresolved problems, or things like the 'twin paradox' which is perfectly well understood, but counter-intuitive at first?
 


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What do you mean by paradox? Do you mean unresolved problems, or things like the 'twin paradox' which is perfectly well understood, but counter-intuitive at first?


Good question, I was thinking along the lines of paradox's such as unanswered questions
Olber's paradox and Foucault's Pendulum during an eclipse, so I guess they wouldn't nesecarily be paradox's. but I'm also interested in actual paradox's like the twin paradox. have there been any posts in the past covering these twho items?
 


I don't think there are any paradoxes. Unanswered questions are unanswered questions - not paradoxes.
 

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