LIGO: The Cosmic Ears That Listen to the Universe

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What is LIGO and Why Does it Matter?

Have you ever wondered how we can listen to the universe? LIGO, short for Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory, does just that by detecting gravitational waves—ripples in spacetime caused by cataclysmic cosmic events.

How LIGO Works?

LIGO uses lasers to measure tiny ripples in space caused by massive events like colliding black holes or neutron stars. These waves distort space ever so slightly, and LIGO's detectors are sensitive enough to pick up these distortions.

Why LIGO is a Game-Changer?

Before LIGO, we could only observe the universe through light. Now, we can "hear" it through gravitational waves, giving us a new way to study the cosmos and confirming Einstein's theory of general relativity in the process.

The Impact of LIGO

Since its first detection in 2015, LIGO has revolutionized our understanding of astrophysics, leading to new discoveries and insights into the nature of black holes, neutron stars, and the universe itself.

Discover more in this insightful article from: Wikipédia

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