2006-08-27 04:33:04 · 2 answers · asked by goring 6 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Physics
I don't think anyone has ever explained the mechanism of gravity.
F = -GMm/r**2 is a way of calculating it
exchange of virtual particles called gravitons is a way of talking about it.
warping of spacetime around masses is another way of predicting behavior of objects in gravitational fields.
But I have no clue why or how it happens.
2006-08-27 18:43:43 · answer #1 · answered by Frank N 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Newton discovered the first theory of gravity. Einstein's general theory of relativity provided a more accurate picture of it. However, there isn't a "correct" theory of gravity yet because it cannot (so far) be made compatible with quantum mechanics. Never heard of anyone called Lesage.
2006-08-27 11:49:16 · answer #2 · answered by stevewbcanada 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋