Does Gravitational Time Dilation Affect Planetary Geology?

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The discussion centers on the implications of gravitational time dilation on planetary geology, specifically comparing Earth and Mars. It is established that time proceeds faster on Mars due to its lower gravity, resulting in a negligible age difference of less than three years over 4 billion years. Participants clarify that gravitational time dilation is influenced by gravitational potential rather than local gravitational force, leading to the conclusion that the Earth's core is only marginally younger than its surface, with no significant geological implications. The conversation also touches on the potential for time dilation effects in neutron stars, which could be more pronounced.

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  • Understanding of gravitational time dilation
  • Familiarity with general relativity principles
  • Basic knowledge of planetary geology
  • Concept of gravitational potential energy
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Astronomers, physicists, planetary geologists, and science fiction writers interested in the effects of gravity on time and geological processes across different celestial bodies.

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Chronos said:
Gack! Remember once you reach the center of Earth [or mars] the gravitational potential is exactly.. zero.

I didn't intend to reply to this old thread. Please delete this post.
 
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