2007-08-11 05:07:36 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Science & Mathematics ➔ Physics
The only way to prove it doesn't work is to reenact the experiment to explain the details of what occured (neutrons formed) in a new perspective. IOW, explain why neutrons formed in the first place by electrolosis, why it can't happen the original way, and how to reproduce the effect.
2007-08-11 05:39:46 · answer #1 · answered by Sidereal Hand 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The article by Dr. David Goodstein in the reference (provided by the first answerer, thanks!!) gives a very good history of the subject, and mentions some 'proofs' that it is impossible. Such proofs have occasionally been found to be wrong. We use many phenomena every day once thought to be impossible. The potential benefit is enormous, so it's definitely worth some scientific investigation. It's a shame that much of the scientific community can't let it proceed in peace. It's a shame if those studying it aren't doing so with rigorous scientific discipline. It's a shame science has to be done by humans with all their flaws.
2007-08-11 15:57:52 · answer #2 · answered by Frank N 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
NO> One of my Profs at Caltech wrote about it being impossible. They proved it mathematically impossible.
2007-08-11 12:23:52 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I believe it is possible. I think the key lies in hydrogen ions...
2007-08-11 13:44:42 · answer #4 · answered by Evil Genius 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋