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Angular Momentum, Cosmic Time Dilation & Dark Matter Mysteries Unraveled | Q&A
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- May 11, 2026
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Sponsor Link: Secure your online life...make sure your data stays yours alone. Do what we did and get NordVPN with our special deal which includes and extra 4 months for free and big savings, all at no risk to you. To check out the details visit www.nordvpn.com/spacenuts Angular Momentum, Cosmic Time, and the Vastness of Space In this thought-provoking Q&A edition of Space Nuts , hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson tackle a series of intriguing questions that delve into the complexities of the universe. From the nature of angular momentum in black holes to the perception of time across different gravitational fields, this episode promises to expand your understanding of cosmic phenomena. Episode Highlights: - Angular Momentum in Merging Black Holes: Mark from Baton Richie, Louisiana, asks whether two black holes spinning in opposite directions could result in a new black hole with zero angular momentum. Andrew and Fred Watson explain the nuances of angular momentum and how gravitational waves play a crucial role in this cosmic dance. - The Age of the Universe and Gravitational Time Dilation: John poses a fascinating question about how the age of the universe might differ for someone near a supermassive black hole compared to an observer on Earth. The hosts discuss gravitational time dilation and the implications for our understanding of cosmic history. - The Vastness of Space and Dark Matter: Pete shares his insights on the sparsity of matter in the galaxy and the uniform distribution of dark matter. Fred Watson elaborates on how dark matter influences galactic structures and why its effects are negligible on a solar system scale. - The Big Leap and Speed Limits in the Universe: Martin Berman Gorvine challenges the hosts with a question about the theoret…