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Principle of Equivalence and General Theory of Relativity

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Principle of Equivalence and General Theory of Relativity

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What did Einstein's principle of equivalence state?

Newtonian gravitational fields have no impact on observations.

Observations in an accelerated frame are indistinguishable from observations in a Newtonian gravitational field. (correct)

Einstein's laws of nature only apply to accelerated frames.

Acceleration can only be observed in a Newtonian gravitational field.

Why did Einstein develop the general theory of relativity?

To demonstrate the independence of gravity from accelerated motion.

To prove that laws of nature vary based on the frame of reference.

To disprove the principle of equivalence.

To understand how gravity causes space to curve and time to slow down. (correct)

According to Einstein, what is the relationship between gravity and accelerated motion through space-time?

Gravity and acceleration are equivalent phenomena. (correct)

Gravity is a result of accelerated motion.

Accelerated motion negates the effects of gravity.

They are unrelated phenomena.

How did Einstein reason that gravity might not be a separate force?

By observing the curvature of space-time caused by mass. Signup and view all the answers

What does the presence of mass do to space-time according to Einstein's theory?

Curves or warps space-time. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between Euclidean and non-Euclidean geometries?

Euclidean geometry applies to flat surfaces, while non-Euclidean geometries apply to curved spaces Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of geodesics in Einstein's theory of general relativity?

Both a and b Signup and view all the answers

According to the leading theory, what is the overall curvature of the universe?

Flat, or zero curvature Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between gravitational waves and accelerating objects?

Gravitational waves are produced by all accelerating objects, with more massive and more accelerated objects producing stronger waves Signup and view all the answers

What did Einstein predict about the orbits of planets based on his theory of general relativity?

That they would follow elliptical orbits, with the ellipses precessing over time Signup and view all the answers