So, what are all the known paradoxs in Astronomy?

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The discussion revolves around the concept of paradoxes in astronomy, exploring what constitutes a paradox versus an unresolved problem. Participants express interest in both well-known paradoxes, such as the twin paradox, and unanswered questions in the field.

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  • Debate/contested, Conceptual clarification

Main Points Raised

  • One participant seeks clarification on the term "paradox," suggesting it could refer to unresolved problems or specific examples like the twin paradox, which is understood but counter-intuitive.
  • Another participant lists examples of what they consider paradoxes, including Olber's paradox and Foucault's Pendulum during an eclipse, while acknowledging that these may not fit the strict definition of paradoxes.
  • A participant provides a link to a list of unsolved problems in astronomy, indicating a lack of resources on the topic.
  • One participant asserts that there are no paradoxes, distinguishing between unanswered questions and paradoxes.

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Participants express differing views on the existence and definition of paradoxes in astronomy, with some arguing that unanswered questions do not qualify as paradoxes, while others include specific examples of paradoxes in their discussion.

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The discussion highlights ambiguity in the definition of "paradox" and the distinction between paradoxes and unresolved questions, which remains unresolved among participants.

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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?
 


Wallace said:
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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