If two black holes were to collide, it is theorized that the violence of the collision would send ripples through space time, called gravitational waves. I'm wondering what would happen if a ripple of this sort was to wash over Earth? Obviously it would bend time in some way, and effect gravity as well. How would we perceived these effects and how would they differ throughout the world as the wave passed through us?
I know that this is entirely theoretical, but does anyone have an answer that can be justified in any way, or at least that makes a little sense?
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[–] THLC 0 points 1 point 1 point (+1|-0) ago
I'm no space physicist, but this may be right up your alley.
Given it doesn't specifically cover black holes, but I think maybe you'd enjoy the speculation.
[–] incoherence [S] ago
Wow, very interesting. Thanks.
[–] THLC ago
In theory I know a Quantum Physicist and cosmology person here on voat, and invited him over for a chat also, so maybe they can help shed a more concise explanation beyond what was posted below.
And it's really just a pet theory, so criticism and such are appreciated. Glad you enjoyed it.