The discussion centers around the interpretation of gravity in the context of general relativity, specifically whether gravity can be understood as a force exerted by space pushing objects towards Earth. Participants explore the implications of general relativity compared to Newtonian gravity.
Participants express differing views on the nature of gravity, with some supporting the idea that gravity is a force while others argue it is a consequence of space-time geometry. The discussion remains unresolved regarding the interpretation of gravity in relation to space.
Participants exhibit varying levels of understanding of general relativity and its implications for gravity, leading to potential misunderstandings about the nature of gravitational forces and space-time paths.
No, general relativity does not say that.CollinsArg said:does it say that gravity is the force of the space pushing us to earth?
It says that the "push to Earth" is just following a straight-line path in space-time. There is no "push" needed, since objects will naturally follow a straight-line path.CollinsArg said:It may be a silly question because I'm not sure if I really understand the result of this theory, but does it say that gravity is the force of the space pushing us to earth? If it is so I have a question that I'll edit here! thank you