light

[5teve]

if light has zero mass, why does it bend near stars?

 

[Pollux V]

clever name

could you clarify this? Ah, wait, I see what you mean. That's got to do with proving the theory of relativity, and they [scientists] have recently discovered that light does have mass, and that it can be used to propel ships using solar sails. Hope this answers your question.

Welcome to sciforums

 

[Chagur]

5teve ...

Welcome to Sciforums.

Suggest you check out this thread:

<a href=http://www.sciforums.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=3104&highlight=light><font color=RED>Light Has Mass?</font></a>

The whole bit was pretty well covered.

 

[crackpot]

The fact that light does or does not have mass is irrelevant here. Light is merely following the curvature of space.

 

[Chagur]

Hi, crackpot ...

Welcome to Sciforums.

I do love the use of the word 'merely' ...

Gave me my chuckle for the evening.

Take care.