Cause of Gravitation: What Is It?

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The cause of gravitation in classical physics is attributed to mass, but the underlying reason for this relationship remains unexplained within that framework. The discussion highlights the distinction between classical physics and the theories of General Relativity, which describe gravity as the curvature of spacetime. Questions about the nature of light and electromagnetic waves also arise, indicating a broader inquiry into fundamental physics. For deeper exploration of these concepts, the Special & General Relativity forum is recommended. Understanding gravitation requires moving beyond classical physics to incorporate modern theories.
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What is the cause of Gravitation?
 
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Hi!

I remind you that you are in "Physics Forums > Physics > Classical Physics".
In classical physics the cause of gravitation is mass.
Why mass causes gravitation is not answered by classical physics.

Allow me to ask you a question,

why there is light?

i.e. electromagnetic waves.
 
gomunkul51 said:
Why mass causes gravitation is not answered by classical physics.

Since answering questions like this must be strictly forbidden in the wrong forum, which section might one need to visit to have the aforementioned question answered...?
 
According to current generally-accepted understanding, gravity is "explained" by the curvature of spacetime in General Relativity, which is not considered to be part of "classical physics." See instead our "Special & General Relativity" forum.
 
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