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Al68
Aha! And my Physics prof thought I was crazy for stating my height in plank lengths!alxm said:
Does the existance of relativity prove that gravity's wrong?
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The discussion centers on the validity of Newtonian gravity in light of Einstein's General Relativity (GR). Participants argue that while Newton's theory is fundamentally flawed, it remains useful for practical applications in weak gravitational fields. They emphasize that GR does not invalidate Newton's gravity but rather serves as a more comprehensive framework. The conversation also highlights the ongoing mystery of how mass generates gravity, with physicists admitting a lack of understanding in this area, prompting calls for deeper exploration into fundamental questions of physics.
PREREQUISITES- Understanding of Newtonian gravity and its limitations
- Familiarity with Einstein's General Relativity and its implications
- Basic knowledge of gravitational fields and spacetime curvature
- Awareness of the role of gravity in modern physics, including GPS technology
- Research the derivation of Newtonian gravity from General Relativity
- Explore the implications of time dilation in GPS systems
- Investigate the Higgs boson and its relation to mass generation
- Examine alternative theories of gravity beyond Newton and Einstein
Physicists, students of physics, and anyone interested in the foundational theories of gravity and their implications for modern science.
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cragar
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whos to say that gravity is a pull and not a push.
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russ_watters
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It's not a push.
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cragar
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why is it not a push . i thought gr describes it as following the curves in space.