Twisted Physics: Top 10 Findings]

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The discussion focuses on the intriguing findings presented in an article about twisted physics, with participants expressing interest in the content's credibility and cutting-edge nature. One commenter highlights item #3, which discusses the phenomenon of light bending matter, as particularly fascinating. There are concerns regarding the accuracy of terminology and grammar used in the article, specifically questioning the phrase "heat bends matter" in relation to bi-metal strips. Overall, the conversation reflects a mix of curiosity and critical analysis of the scientific claims made in the article. The exchange emphasizes the need for clarity and precision in scientific communication.
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I am still far too much of a newbie to be able to intelligently speak on any of the items listed in this website, but it all seems very interesting.

Will anyone comment on the veracity of this article, and if it's really as "cutting edge" as they make it sound?

I find item #3 particularly interesting.

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That is very interesting light being able to bend matter, good article :D
 
Nice find, MacLaddy.
I think some of the terminology/grammar used in the descriptions are not accurate.
As an example, a bi-metal strip(think thermostat) will bend as the temperature increases(we all know why) but I don't think it would be proper for me to cite that effect and say "heat bends matter"
Maybe I'm being too picky. In any event, nice find!
 
So I know that electrons are fundamental, there's no 'material' that makes them up, it's like talking about a colour itself rather than a car or a flower. Now protons and neutrons and quarks and whatever other stuff is there fundamentally, I want someone to kind of teach me these, I have a lot of questions that books might not give the answer in the way I understand. Thanks
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