What Holds People on Earth if Gravity is the Spacetime Fabric?

In summary, according to Einstein, the Earth is held in by a "fabric" due to the Sun pulling on it. This "fabric" is also affected by the Earth and all objects, and the strength of gravity depends on the size of the object. Therefore, space-time is a property of mass.
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Nickriener
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Ok, so according to Einstein, the Earth is held in by a "fabric" due the the Sun pulling on said "fabric." So my question, what holds people on Earth if gravity is this "spacetime fabric?"
 
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Hi Nickriener! :smile:
Nickriener said:
what holds people on Earth … ?

the Earth also pulls on the fabric. :wink:
 
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not only Sun, every objects will pull on the fabric...Earth also unexceptional..so it depends on the size of the object to determine the strength of the gravity..
 
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All mass distorts what you call “ space-time fabric”

good point gear300
 
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vibjwb said:
All mass has what you call “ space-time fabric”

So that means space-time is also a property of mass?
 

FAQ: What Holds People on Earth if Gravity is the Spacetime Fabric?

1. What is spacetime fabric?

Spacetime fabric is a concept in physics that describes the four-dimensional structure of the universe. It combines the three dimensions of space with the dimension of time, creating a fabric-like framework that governs the movement of all objects in the universe.

2. How does spacetime fabric affect Earth?

Spacetime fabric affects Earth in many ways. It determines the speed at which objects fall towards the Earth's surface, the shape of the Earth's orbit around the Sun, and the way that time passes on Earth compared to other parts of the universe.

3. Is spacetime fabric the same as gravity?

Spacetime fabric and gravity are closely related, but they are not the same thing. Gravity is the force that attracts objects with mass towards each other, while spacetime fabric is the underlying structure that determines how objects move in the presence of gravity.

4. Can spacetime fabric be manipulated or changed?

According to the theory of general relativity, spacetime fabric is not something that can be manipulated or changed. It is a fundamental part of the universe and is not affected by external forces. However, some theories suggest that it is possible to create ripples or distortions in spacetime, such as gravitational waves.

5. How does our understanding of spacetime fabric impact our understanding of the universe?

Our understanding of spacetime fabric is crucial to our understanding of the universe. It helps us explain the behavior of objects in space and time, from the smallest subatomic particles to the largest galaxies. It also plays a vital role in our understanding of the origins and evolution of the universe.

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