High School How Can Math Help You Understand Gravity?

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This discussion centers on the relationship between mathematics and the understanding of gravity, particularly in the context of gravitational waves and the role of Pi in Einstein's field equations. The user expresses a desire to grasp foundational concepts in physics despite lacking a formal education. A key takeaway is the assertion that while Pi appears in the Einstein field equations, its presence is not essential, as factors can be adjusted through unit rescaling.

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Can anyone link me to some maths for gravity.
After the gravitational wave discovery I was thinking about using Pi and wondered if this was already a thing.

I am not a science person, I dropped out of school but something is pulling me towards understanding the questions I have in my head but without the knowledge prior it is hard to get a basis to start from.

I have many questions but just starting off with a basis will provide me enough food for thought so to speak and will probably open up more questions in my head.
Thanks if you take your time bout and help me out.
 
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