2006-09-20 13:37:38 · 4 answers · asked by goring 6 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Physics
The higher the mass, the greater the distortion in the "fabric" of space/time. This distortion is called gravity.
Consider a very soft trampoline, made with very stretchy spandex. A small mass creates a small dent, a large mass a deep dent. The dent in the fabric changes the movement of objects passing them by, "sucking them in", bending their paths, or pulling them into orbit.
Hope this helps - if you understand this, then go the extra mile - that space time is four dimensional, with four dimensional dents!
2006-09-20 14:06:13 · answer #1 · answered by Polymath 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Mass is a property of an object. Gravity is a force - depending on the object's location, the force of gravity will determine the object's weight. I am not sure what you are asking in regards to GR.
2006-09-20 20:56:57 · answer #2 · answered by JBarleycorn 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Mass is what determines the gravity of an object.
2006-09-20 20:39:35 · answer #3 · answered by T F 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Mass affects gravity.
In simpler terms, it means if youre overweight, you have more gravity than someone who is anorexic.
2006-09-20 20:39:22 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋