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The Search for Antimatter

Theoretically, there could be people and planets made out of antimatter rather than matter, but where are they?

Every Wednesday, Michio Kaku will be answering reader questions about physics and futuristic science. If you have a question for Dr. Kaku, just post it in the comments section below and check back on Wednesdays to see if he answers it.


Today, Dr. Kaku addresses a question posed by Ron Or-El: Is it possible for antimatter to form complex structures such as molecules or even entire life forms?


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