Undergrad Meaning of the inertial energy density

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The discussion revolves around the graduated dark energy (gDE) model, which posits that inertial mass density has a power-law relationship with energy density. The equation presented indicates that inertial mass density is defined in terms of energy density, with constants influencing its behavior. The author expresses confusion regarding the term "inertial mass density" and its relevance in cosmology, particularly in relation to dark energy as a time-dependent function. Ultimately, the author finds the answer within the article referenced. The conversation highlights the complexities of integrating new concepts in cosmological models.
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I am reading an article, which talks about graduated dark energy (gDE) model. In this model, it's assumed
that the inertial mass density exhibits power-law dependence to its energy density

$$\rho_{inert} = \gamma\rho_0(\frac{\rho}{\rho_0})^{\lambda}$$

Where ##\gamma## and ##\lambda## are real constant. Authors define an EoS parameter in the form of

$$w = \frac{p}{\rho} = -1 + \frac{\rho_{inert}}{\rho}=-1 + \gamma(\frac{\rho}{\rho_0})^{\lambda-1}$$

At this point, I confused about the "inertial mass density" term. I never heard the use of it in cosmology. What does inertial mass density is proportional to energy density means in this context?

I understand that we are trying to make DE as a time-dependent function but I did not understand why we need a term like "inertial mass density"?

I hope my questions make sense. You can find the article from here. I am talking about the second Equation.

https://ui.adsabs.harvard.edu/abs/2020PhRvD.101f3528A/abstract

Thanks
 
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Okay I find the answer. It was given in the text.
 

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