Searching for Gravity Waves: The Biggest Physics Experiment Ever

The video discusses the detection of gravitational waves, predicted by Einstein's general theory of relativity. Scientists at the Max Planck Institute are working on an experiment involving satellites to detect these waves. The video also covers the challenges faced in detecting gravitational waves, the ESA's Lisa Pathfinder mission, and how gravity affects the space-time continuum. It concludes with a look at Einstein's significant contributions to science during his 'miraculous year.'

What is the primary goal of the scientists at Germany's Max Planck Institute?

• To measure the speed of light

• To prove the existence of black holes

• To detect gravitational waves

• To create new satellites for space exploration

Why was it difficult to detect gravitational waves when Einstein published his theory?

• The concept of gravitational waves was not understood

• There was no interest in space exploration

• The technology required did not exist

• Einstein's theory was not widely accepted

What is the purpose of the Lisa Pathfinder mission?

• To explore Mars

• To test the Laser Measurement System

• To launch new communication satellites

• To study the sun's atmosphere

How do gravitational waves affect the space-time continuum?

• They modify it by creating ripples

• They slow down time

• They create new stars

• They have no effect

What significant achievement did Einstein accomplish during his 'miraculous year'?

• He discovered a new planet

• He published five revolutionary scientific papers

• He won the Nobel Prize

• He invented the telescope