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science2 months ago

Dark Matter Follows Gravity, Challenging the 5th Fundamental Force

Scientists have confirmed that dark matter obeys gravity on large scales, which constrains the possibility of a fifth fundamental force in the universe, though it cannot be completely ruled out if it is weaker than 7% of gravity. This discovery helps refine our understanding of dark matter's behavior and limits the strength of any unknown forces acting upon it.

science6 months ago

Researchers Propose Bold Plan to Uncover Mysterious Fifth Force in Physics

Physicists at ETH Zurich are using precision atomic spectroscopy of calcium isotopes to search for a potential fifth force of nature, which could help explain mysteries like dark matter and extend beyond the Standard Model. Their experiments aim to detect subtle energy shifts that might indicate the presence of an unknown force carried by a new particle, although current results are inconclusive and further research is ongoing.

science6 months ago

Scientists Explore Fifth Force as Key to Dark Matter Mysteries

A collaborative study using high-precision atomic measurements of calcium isotopes suggests the possible existence of a fifth fundamental force, which could help explain dark matter. The research employs ion trapping and laser spectroscopy to detect tiny energy shifts that might indicate this new force, refining the search for physics beyond the Standard Model.

science7 months ago

Scientists Nearing Discovery of Fifth Fundamental Force

Scientists are investigating the possibility of a fifth fundamental force by analyzing asteroid trajectories, with recent studies on Bennu showing no evidence of such a force, but future observations of asteroid Apophis could provide more insights. The research aims to challenge or expand the current Standard Model of physics, exploring anomalies that might indicate new physics or dark matter interactions.

science2 years ago

"Particle Physics Discovery Suggests New Dimension Unveiled"

Researchers at the Fermi National Accelerator Lab have measured the magnetic wobble of muons with unprecedented precision, potentially challenging the Standard Model of particle physics and suggesting the existence of a new dimension or a fifth force of nature. The results could indicate the presence of a new exotic particle or support the theory of supersymmetry. Further experiments and data analysis are needed to confirm these findings and determine the implications for our understanding of the universe.

science2 years ago

Breakthrough: Scientists Uncover Fifth Force of Nature at Fermilab

Physicists have observed unexpected wobbling in subatomic particles called muons, suggesting the existence of a fifth fundamental force of nature. The standard model of particle physics currently explains four fundamental forces, but fails to account for gravity and dark matter. The data from experiments at Fermilab in the US indicates a discrepancy between the observed wobbling and the predictions of the standard model, potentially indicating the presence of an unknown particle that could be the carrier of the fifth force. Further research and experiments are needed to confirm and understand this potential discovery.