The concept of curved spacetime, introduced by Albert Einstein in his General Theory of Relativity (GR), revolutionized our understanding of gravity. One of the most important solutions to Einstein’s field equations is the Schwarzschild solution, wh ...
Einstein’s field equation in General Relativity for Beginners
Einstein’s field equation is the foundation of General Relativity—a theory that describes how gravity works. The equation: R_{\mu\nu}-\frac{1}{2}Rg_{\mu\nu}=\frac{8\pi G}{c^4}T_{\mu\nu} may look complicated, but let’s break it down step by ste ...
Energy Momentum Tensor in the General Theory of Relativity
The energy-momentum tensor, also known as the stress-energy tensor, is a fundamental concept in the General Theory of Relativity (GTR). It describes the distribution and flow of energy and momentum in spacetime, acting as the source of the gravitati ...
Poisson’s Equation as an Approximation of Field Equations
Poisson’s equation is a fundamental equation in mathematical physics, appearing in electrostatics, gravitation, and fluid dynamics. In the context of General Relativity, it serves as an approximation of Einstein’s Field Equations under certain condi ...
Principle of Equivalence and Principle of Covariance
Albert Einstein’s theory of relativity revolutionized our understanding of space, time, and gravity. Two fundamental principles at the heart of this theory are the Principle of Equivalence and the Principle of Covariance. These principles provide th ...
Transformation Equation of Momentum and Energy: Special Theory of Relativity
Albert Einstein's Special Theory of Relativity revolutionized our understanding of physics by introducing the transformation equation of momentum and energy. The theory redefined how we perceive time, space, and energy in high-speed contexts, partic ...
Understanding Mathematical Modelling: Definition, Importance, Classification, and Process
Introduction to Mathematical Modelling Definition of Mathematical Modelling Mathematical modelling is the process of using mathematical structures and concepts to represent real-world systems. This involves translating a problem into mathemati ...
What is a Tensor?: A Comprehensive Guide to the Building Blocks of Modern Science
1. Introduction to Tensors 1.1 What Is a Tensor? So, what is a tensor? At its core, a tensor is a mathematical object that generalizes scalars, vectors, and matrices to higher dimensions. If you've ever dealt with vectors or matrices, you're a ...
Population Dynamics: Understanding Our Ever-Changing World
1. Introduction to Population Dynamics 1.1 What Are Population Dynamics? Population dynamics is the study of how and why populations change over time. It encompasses the size, structure, and distribution of populations and the patterns and pro ...
Mathematical Modelling: Bridging Theory and Reality
Introduction: The Power of Mathematical Modelling What is Mathematical Modelling? Mathematical modelling is the process of using mathematical language and concepts to describe, analyze, and predict real-world phenomena. It allows us to take co ...