Quick question about curvation of spacetime

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The discussion confirms that both energy and mass are responsible for curving spacetime, as established by general relativity. Specifically, it clarifies that photons, which are massless particles, also contribute to this curvature due to their energy. This understanding aligns with the principles of Einstein's theory, emphasizing that not only mass but also energy, momentum, and pressure play a role in the curvature of spacetime.

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I have been studying up on special and general relativity lately :)
But still a few things aren't clear to me (obviously)

Is it energy and mass that curves it or only mass?
Or putted otherway does a photon curve spacetime ?Edit: I think I figured it out, it's indeed energy that curves space and time :)
So photons do curve it.

But an confirmation would be nice ! :)
 
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joris_pixie said:
I have been studying up on special and general relativity lately :)
But still a few things aren't clear to me (obviously)

Is it energy and mass that curves it or only mass?
Or putted otherway does a photon curve spacetime ?


Edit: I think I figured it out, it's indeed energy that curves space and time :)
So photons do curve it.

But an confirmation would be nice ! :)

Yes, energy (and momentum, and pressure) all curve space-time, so photons (or, because GR is a classical theory, it's better to say light) curves space-time.
 

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