In an intriguing twist in astronomy, two scientists presented evidence that suggests a possible ninth planet in our Solar System, capable of redefining current conceptions about gravity.
Case Western Reserve scientist Harsh Mathur and Hamilton physics professor Katherine Brown College, point to an alternative explanation for the peculiar orbits observed in the confines of the System Solar.
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The duo's research focuses on Modified Newtonian Dynamics (MOND), a theory which holds that the laws of gravity developed by Isaac Newton are only accurate to a certain point.
According to MOND, at high rotational speeds, such as those found in galaxies, a distinct gravitational behavior emerges.
The phenomenon is observed on galactic scales, and scientists are analyzing whether such a theory can explain the anomalous orbits of objects in the distant Solar System.
Mathur and Brown argue that the Milky Way's gravitational influence could have dragged the orbits of objects at the edges of our Solar System over millions of years.
This caused them to deviate significantly from the orbital planes of the rest of the Solar System.
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The connection between the MOND theory and the Planet Nine hypothesis arises from observations of the Kuiper Belt.
“Our research sought to understand whether the data supporting the existence of planet nine could coexist with MOND theory, or whether there would be a conflict between the two,” Brown explained in a statement to Space.com.
Their work indicates that, although it may seem strange at first glance, the presence of a mysterious ninth planet and the unusual orbits of Kuiper Belt objects could, in fact, be influenced by the same dynamics gravitational.
Despite the promising results, both scientists emphasize the importance of interpreting such findings with caution.
The study is based on a relatively limited data set, and there are several other possible explanations also in line with currently accepted gravitational laws.
Mathur and Brown hope that future astronomical observations and additional studies will help clarify these questions.
Thus, it is possible to have a more precise understanding of how large celestial bodies influence each other on cosmic scales, perhaps redefining theories of gravity as we know it.
