Embedding Curved Spacetime in Noncurved Spacetime

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In summary, curved spacetime is the idea that mass and energy can cause space and time to curve, altering the paths of objects in the universe. It can be embedded in a noncurved spacetime using the theory of general relativity, which allows for a visual representation of the curvature of spacetime and makes it easier to study the effects of gravity. This concept has practical applications in fields such as astrophysics, cosmology, and gravitational wave detection.
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Let us say, that we have a curved spacetime, for instance, Schwarzschild metric. Can it be embedded in five dimensional noncurved Lorentzian spacetime, or we need six dimensional Lorentzian spacetime with two time dimensions?

Books only write that it is not necessary that this space is embedded in more dimensional spacetime, but it is not written, how it is when it IS embedded.
 
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1. What is the concept of curved spacetime?

Curved spacetime is the idea that the presence of mass and energy can cause the fabric of space and time to curve, altering the paths of objects in the universe.

2. How can curved spacetime be embedded in a noncurved spacetime?

Curved spacetime can be mathematically described using the theory of general relativity, which allows for the embedding of curved spacetime into a higher-dimensional noncurved space.

3. What is the significance of embedding curved spacetime in a noncurved spacetime?

Embedding curved spacetime in a noncurved spacetime allows for a visual representation of the curvature of spacetime, making it easier to understand and study the effects of gravity.

4. Can curved spacetime be visualized in a noncurved spacetime?

Yes, curved spacetime can be visualized using mathematical models and diagrams in a noncurved spacetime, similar to how a 3D object can be represented on a 2D plane.

5. Are there any practical applications of embedding curved spacetime in a noncurved spacetime?

Yes, understanding the concept of curved spacetime and its embedding can lead to advancements in fields such as astrophysics, cosmology, and gravitational wave detection.

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