Title: 6 Gravitational Waves Basic Explanation Of What Gravitational Waves Are Their Discovery And Their Significance In Astrophysics
Course: Relativity > Section: Module 15: 6 Gravitational Waves Basic Explanation Of What Gravitational Waves Are Their Discovery And Their Significance In Astrophysics

6. Gravitational Waves: Basic explanation of what gravitational waves are, their discovery, and their significance in astrophysics.

Gravitational Waves

Gravitational waves are ripples in the fabric of spacetime caused by some of the most violent and energetic processes in the universe. They are a fascinating consequence of Einstein’s General Theory of Relativity, which describes how matter and energy influence the curvature of spacetime.

What Are Gravitational Waves?