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[Phys-L] Question about Gravitons



Although neither a satisfactory theoretical framework nor direct experimental evidence exists for gravitons, whenever you read about these hypothetical particles in particle physics literature, it is assumed they (will) have a spin of 2.

How is it that amidst all the uncertainty and speculation surrounding this particle, physicists are so certain about the value of its spin?

I appreciate your thoughts.

Derek