Cosmological Constant: What & Why?

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The discussion centers on the cosmological constant, a concept introduced by Albert Einstein to address the expansion of the universe. Participants emphasize the importance of self-directed learning and the need for individuals to articulate their understanding and questions clearly. Effective communication of one's knowledge gaps is crucial for receiving tailored assistance. The conversation highlights that learning is an interactive process requiring effort from both the learner and the responder.

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  • Understanding of basic astrophysics concepts
  • Familiarity with Einstein's theories, particularly General Relativity
  • Knowledge of the universe's expansion and its implications
  • Ability to engage in constructive dialogue and feedback
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  • Research the implications of the cosmological constant in modern cosmology
  • Study Einstein's General Relativity and its historical context
  • Explore the current theories regarding dark energy and its relationship to the cosmological constant
  • Learn effective communication techniques for asking scientific questions
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Students of physics, astrophysicists, educators, and anyone interested in deepening their understanding of cosmological concepts and improving their inquiry skills.

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what is cosmological constant?Why it is introduced by Enstien.?
 
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I do not want to stifle your "curiosity", but may I suggest that you learn ONE thing at a time?

You have asked a series of questions, and a number of people have responded to them already. Have you UNDERSTOOD these answers? Learning isn't a one-way, give-me give-me give-me situation. It requires constant feedback and interaction. Have you, on your part, put in ANY effort at trying to understand the question you are asking? Did you try looking at various sites, or even a text, FIRST before asking here? If you did, what did you read and what part did you not understand? Such explanation will help those trying to answer your question to better tailor their answers to address your particular problem.

If you wish that people put some thought and effort into responding to your questions, at the very least you should also show from your part that you have put some effort in trying understand it in the first place by putting a more elaborate explanation in your questions.

Zz.
 
I thank you sir for giving me your suggestions.But as you said I don't make fun in seeing others responding me.Now only I got the oppurtunity to make use of this forum.As I have lots of doubts which my professors don't want to answer.I know that I am very low in knowledge.Yet in any way I want to acquire it.And from now onwards I will try to refine my approach of learning one at a time.Once again I sincerely thank you.You made me burst into tears.
 
kiru said:
I thank you sir for giving me your suggestions.But as you said I don't make fun in seeing others responding me.Now only I got the oppurtunity to make use of this forum.As I have lots of doubts which my professors don't want to answer.I know that I am very low in knowledge.Yet in any way I want to acquire it.And from now onwards I will try to refine my approach of learning one at a time.Once again I sincerely thank you.You made me burst into tears.

No one can help you EFFECTIVELY if you do not reveal what you know and what you don't know. Your questions reveal little to none on this. Tell us what you tried to understand, and at what point you don't. That way, the explanation we give will START from where you understand and builds on top of that. This is the most effective means to understand anything.

And if a constructive criticism like that made you "burst into tears", you may have a very rough time in physics.

Zz.
 

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