New Quantum Discovery

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New Quantum Discovery
By Chris Goncher
We have believed all objects move in the same direction as their momentum for a very long time, and there are many examples. Such as, cars, bikes, etc. If cars and bikes go down a hill, they will move that direction because of acceleration and momentum. Recent discoveries have shown that this may not be the case.
Momentum is applied when an object is in motion. As it refers to the quantity of motion of an object. Momentum can also be referred to as “mass in motion,” because the mass, of an object, in motion creates momentum. The actual equation for momentum is simple and is (Momentum = mass x velocity). Momentum is also a vector quantity, meaning that it can also be described by magnitude and direction.
Image result for momentum images There has been an incredible new discovery by mathematicians at the universities of York, Munich, and Cardiff. They were able to find something that would change the way force and motion is looked upon. Even though most objects we see move with momentum, if we take things down to a microscopic level, these mathematicians found that quantum particles actually do not move with the momentum. These quantum particles actually move opposite from the momentum applied.  


Since this was the first time scientists have found that external forces act upon these particles, this can lead to further research. In the past, scientists have believed that these particles moved freely and without external forces. From these discoveries, we can find many new paths to further research in quantum physics, which can lead to new technology, and ultimately shape the path for the future.


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