Re: How do we know that....c question.

gyansorova@xxxxxxxxx wrote:
On Aug 10, 2:39 am, Sam Wormley <sworml...@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:
gyansor...@xxxxxxxxx wrote:
the speed of light c is constant throughout the whole universe? Also,
if the universe is not uniform in c, how would this effect our
measurements and knowlege of astronomy of distant galaxies etc.
Physics FAQ: Is The Speed of Light Constant?
http://edu-observatory.org/physics-faq/Relativity/SpeedOfLight/speed_...

"Finally, we come to the conclusion that the speed of light is not
only observed to be constant; in the light of well tested theories
of physics, it does not even make any sense to say that it varies".


I'm outta here! This is like priests arguing amongst themselves as to
whether a God exists.


Bless you, my son!
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