applicationAstrophysical Exploration
How does relativity help us understand the cosmos?
General relativity provides the framework for understanding extreme astrophysical phenomena like black holes, neutron stars, and the expansion of the universe. It predicts gravitational lensing, which allows astronomers to 'see' distant objects and map dark matter, and gravitational waves, which offer a new way to observe cosmic events.
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Explore recent discoveries in astrophysics, such as the imaging of black holes or the detection of gravitational waves, to see general relativity in action.
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