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To: JayPC who started this subject	8/23/2004 12:15:54 PM
From: TigerPaw	of 228

Why are there distinct quanta of energy in atomic states? Quantum physics is based on the notion that there are distinct allowed bands of energy. Only recently have I heard any speculation about why there should be such precise states. The model is the notion of terminal velocity of a falling body. When the force of friction from the air pressure balances with the force of gravity a body quits accelerating and falls a distinct constant speed. (The actual speed is dependant upon the weight and shape of the object). In our universe all of the mass is accelerating through a medium, and the "friction" distorts the universe into the shape we experience as gravity. Perhaps this same friction, or the friction of another (more compact) dimension balances the energy levels of fundamental particals and causes them to reach these distinct constant energy levels. What then would be the implications?

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