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Cosmic Queries – Infinite Quarks

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Matter-Energy Conversion and the Speed of Light

Exploring the transformation of matter into energy, this chapter discusses examples like thermonuclear fusion in the sun and the creation of particles from energy. It also delves into historical attempts to measure the speed of light, referencing Galileo's experiments and the calculation using Earth's orbit as a baseline. The conversation highlights the significance of the speed of light in defining scientific measurements and its consistency as a fundamental constant.

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