String Theory: Equivalence Principle In Space Test

Thursday, May 14, 2009 - 09:29 in Physics & Chemistry

Since Galileo Galilei and Newton, the assumption is valid that inert and heavy mass are equivalent. This is, however, questioned by new physical theories such as the String theory. Now, the equivalence principle is put to test with so far unachieved accuracy within the scope of the “Microscope” space project.

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