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Theories proceed from observations. Based off the observed anomalies and our knowledge of the Standard Model, we can say a lot about the properties of Dark Matt
by taylodl 2y ago
Theories proceed from observations. Based off the observed anomalies and our knowledge of the Standard Model, we can say a lot about the properties of Dark Matter - if it exists.
Going forward, we have two choices:
1. Develop another explanation for the observed anomalies (the so-called MOND theories). So far, these have all failed. Turns out GR is incredibly difficult to both replicate and extend.
2. Provide observational evidence for Dark Matter. People are working to figure out how to go about doing that. See https://atlas.cern/updates/briefing/probing-dark-matter-higgs-boson#:~:text=Three%20different%20approaches%20are%20pursued%3A%20indirect%20detection%20with,of%20the%20Large%20Hadron%20Collider%20%28LHC%29%20at%20CERN https://atlas.cern/updates/briefing/probing-dark-matter-higg....
- karmakaze 2y agoCan the theory of dark matter fail? If we never find evidence of such particles, that only means we haven't found them. But we can never rule out their existence.
- taylodl 2y agoIt becomes a game of statistics. Once we believe we have the capability for detecting dark matter, then each experiment failing to reveal dark matter works against their existence. Keep in mind we can't rule out the existence of Unicorns, either, but that doesn't mean we seriously believe they exist.