General Relativity: What Does It Mean to “Bend” Spacetime?

In this episode, we dive into one of the most iconic ideas in general relativity: the bending of spacetime. But what does it really mean to “bend” spacetime? We’ll explore how mass and energy distort the fabric of the universe, creating what we experience as gravity. Using simple examples, we’ll explain how this concept replaces Newton’s idea of gravity as a force and how it shapes everything from planetary orbits to black holes. By the end, you’ll understand why spacetime curvature is at the core of Einstein’s theory and how it revolutionized our understanding of the universe.

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