Whether gravitons can exist or not

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The discussion centers on the propagation of gravitational effects in relation to mass movement. It is established that changes in gravitational influence are not instantaneous; rather, they propagate at the speed of light (c). This conclusion aligns with the principles of general relativity, which dictate that gravitational interactions are mediated by the curvature of spacetime.

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Is the change in the effect of gravity when a mass moves towards or away from another instantaneous?
 
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Is the change in the effect of gravity when a mass moves towards or away from another instantaneous?
No, it propagates at c.
 

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