Why do we need to see gravitation as force?

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Start date May 28, 2009
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Gravitation should be viewed as a force rather than a dimension, as it results from the topology of dimensions rather than being a dimension itself. Describing gravitation as a dimension is considered meaningless in this context. The concept of time as a dimension is also debated, with many struggling to grasp the four-dimensional spacetime model. This lack of intuition around higher dimensions complicates the understanding of both gravitation and time. Ultimately, the discussion emphasizes the need for clarity in how we conceptualize these fundamental aspects of physics.

May 28, 2009

Dex

why can't we see it as dimension like time?

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May 28, 2009

Nabeshin

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Gr aviation is an effect of the topology of dimensions, but not a dimension in and of itself. To try and describe it as a dimension is meaningless.

Also, I'm not sure we see time as a dimension either. Many people still have a hard time dealing with a 4-D spacetime picture of the universe. So, it's certainly not something intuitive.

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