Redshift in Terms of k | General Relativity

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The discussion focuses on the relationship between redshift and curvature in the context of the Friedmann-Robertson-Walker (FRW) universe, as outlined in Hobson's text on general relativity. The key equations referenced include the Friedmann equation, H^2 = (dot a / a)^2 = (8πG/3)ρ_m - (kc^2/a^2), and the density parameter equation, 1 = Ω_m + Ω_k. The user seeks to determine the redshift when curvature dominates, specifically in terms of Ω_k, confirming the established relationship that redshift is defined as 1 + z = 1/a.

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Hi, I have been studying general relativity using Hobson's lately, particularly about the FRW universe.

I know that for a matter universe with curvature,
H^2 = \left( \frac{\dot a}{a} \right)^2 = \frac{8\pi G}{3} \rho_m -\frac{kc^2}{a^2}
Another expression I came across is also
1 = \Omega_m + \Omega_k

I am thinking when the curvature dominates at late times what would the redshift be like.
When curvature dominates, the FRW equation is simply ##\left( \frac{\dot a}{a} \right)^2 = \frac{8\pi G}{3} \rho_m -\frac{kc^2}{a^2} ##.

I know that redshift is ##1+z = \frac{1}{a}##. How do I find redshift in terms of ##\Omega_k##?
 
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