Sphere of Uniform Density: Exact Solution to Einstein's Field Eqns?

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cuallito

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Is an exact solution to Einstein's Field Equations known for the interior of a sphere of uniform density (to approximate a star or planet, for example?)

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Sphere of Uniform Density: Exact Solution to Einstein's Field Eqns?

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