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do gravitational field lines always need to be straight, can't they be just curves
if yes then please tell an example..?
if yes then please tell an example..?
sadhu said:do gravitational field lines always need to be straight, can't they be just curves
if yes then please tell an example..?
Gravitational field lines are imaginary lines that represent the direction and strength of the gravitational force at different points in space. They are used to visualize the influence of a massive object on its surroundings.
Gravitational field lines are formed due to the gravitational force exerted by a massive object. The lines are drawn in a way that the tangent at any point gives the direction of the gravitational force at that point.
The spacing and density of gravitational field lines represent the strength of the gravitational force. A higher density of lines indicates a stronger force, while a lower density indicates a weaker force.
No, gravitational field lines do not have a specific shape. They can be straight, curved, or even circular depending on the distribution of mass in the system. However, they always point towards the center of mass of the object creating the gravitational field.
Gravitational field lines are used in various practical applications, such as predicting the motion of celestial bodies, designing spacecraft trajectories, and studying the behavior of objects in the presence of a gravitational field. They also help in understanding the concept of gravity and its effects on the universe.