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69 - An Update on Modified Gravity (MOND)

69 - An Update on Modified Gravity (MOND)

FromWhy This Universe?


69 - An Update on Modified Gravity (MOND)

FromWhy This Universe?

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Length:
47 minutes
Released:
Aug 28, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

While physicists overwhelmingly agree about the existence of dark matter, a select group of people aren't convinced. Instead, they believe we must be wrong about gravity, and claim we need a theory of modified gravity (MOND) instead. Recent press releases have claimed "smoking gun" evidence for this underdog theory, should we take them seriously?Did you know this episode was inspired by a Patreon question? For access to ask-us-anything segments and other exclusives, join us for just $3 a month on Patreon: https://patreon.com/whythisuniverseSupport the show
Released:
Aug 28, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (94)

The biggest ideas in physics, broken down. Join theoretical physicist Dan Hooper and PhD student Shalma Wegsman as they answer your questions about dark matter, black holes, quantum mechanics, and more. Part of The University of Chicago Podcast Network.