I understand that matter travelling close to the speed of light gains infinite mass, and infinite energy behind it to maintain speed/accelerate.

My question is: As the matter becomes closer to the speed of light, would the infinite mass eventually collapse in on itself (as a star would at the end of it’s life)?

If so, would a neutron-star/white-drarf/black-hole be formed?

Ps. Good question, huh? =P

How do you, as a layperson, decide what you think is science and what you think is pseudoscience?

Of course, there are elements in science that fit well into common technology that we prove daily (no one denies the existence of microwaves or the legitimacy of aspirin, for instance); but I’m curious about the things scientists know but can’t prove to the general public (either because it’s not applicable to technology, because the proofs require extensive educations to understand, or both).

How do you separate the astrology from the astronomy, the chemistry from the alchemy, the cutting edge from the science fiction? If someone tells you about a spectacular new medical technology, how do you decide if it’s a great breakthrough or a snake-oil health fad?

I work in physics (quantum and particle physics), and I’m curious about perspectives on this matter from people who aren’t scientists; I’m curious how everyday people decide what to trust as legitimate and what not to trust.
- CAustin

iam 3o years old have BPD and PTSD.

SO ANY BOOKS ABOUT BUILDING UP CONFIDENCE, ABOUT RELATING OR BUILDING FRIENDSHIPS..about ptsd or bpd itself.

im also into ghost stories and mystery novels, prefabally old novels…i like horror fiction to i.e – bentley little , clare mcnally….thoe old ghosty/ horror novels that you find on a dusty library shelf.

i like astronomy..

i dont like sports and not really into fantasy type stuff except lord of the rings triology and anything by jrr tolkien.
- ?e mousquetaire XVI