Can plasma physics explain galaxy formation?
Absolutely. My work on 'Cosmical Electrodynamics' and later in 'The Plasma Universe' laid out precisely this. Galaxies are not just gravitational structures; they are shaped by pervasive electric currents and magnetic fields within cosmic plasmas. I observed how plasmas in experiments tend to form filaments and structures that resemble galactic arms. These are 'magnetic ropes' carrying immense electrical currents. These currents can both confine and accelerate plasma, leading to the observed distributions of stars and gas within galaxies. The prevailing gravitational models often fail to adequately explain the complex structures and dynamics we see. Plasma physics offers a more dynamic and empirically grounded explanation for galactic organization.
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