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Introduction

Here we will describe the mechanism through which spacetime curvature (see Forms of Spacetime Curvature) produces the acceleration of gravity. A first working hypothesis is described in the simulation that follows. This needs to be formulated mathematically.

Simulation

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Remarks





See also