What is the connection between General Relativity and gravitons?

In summary, the conversation discusses the relationship between General Relativity and gravitons. General Relativity explains the bending of spacetime and its connection to gravity, while gravitons are theorized as the force carrier for gravity. However, the existence of gravitons is still speculative and more research is needed to understand their role in the bending of spacetime.
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Recently I've been doing some research in physics, and I've come across a problem: what exactly is the connection between General Relativity and gravitons? I know that General Relativity talks about the bending of spacetime and how that causes gravity, and that the graviton is supposedly the force carrier for gravity.

If both are true, how are they related to each other (i.e. what do gravitons have to do with the bending of spacetime?)
 
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In a sense, gravitons may actually 'be' the bending of spacetime.

That said, gravitons are really speculative right now and they haven't been detected yet. They may not exist.

EDIT: oops, didn't see atyy's post there.
 
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Interesting...I guess I'll have to wait for more research to actually find a lot of information on gravitons.
 
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Absolutely none whatsoever.
 

FAQ: What is the connection between General Relativity and gravitons?

What is General Relativity and how does it relate to gravitons?

General Relativity is a theory proposed by Albert Einstein that describes gravity as the curvature of spacetime. Gravitons, on the other hand, are hypothetical particles that are thought to be responsible for carrying the force of gravity. In other words, General Relativity provides a framework for understanding how gravity works, while gravitons are a possible explanation for the mechanism behind gravity.

How does General Relativity explain the force of gravity without using gravitons?

According to General Relativity, the presence of massive objects causes a curvature in spacetime. This curvature then determines the path of objects moving through it, resulting in what we experience as the force of gravity. In this theory, there is no need for the concept of gravitons as the force of gravity is seen as a natural consequence of the geometry of spacetime.

Are gravitons a proven concept in the scientific community?

No, gravitons are still a theoretical concept and have not been observed or proven to exist. However, they are a key component in many proposed theories of quantum gravity, which aim to unify General Relativity with quantum mechanics.

How do gravitons fit into the Standard Model of particle physics?

Currently, gravitons do not fit into the Standard Model of particle physics, which is the most widely accepted theory for explaining the fundamental particles and forces in the universe. This is because gravitons are not yet experimentally verified. However, they are predicted by some proposed theories that aim to extend the Standard Model.

Can General Relativity and the existence of gravitons coexist?

Yes, the two concepts can coexist and are not mutually exclusive. General Relativity provides a classical description of gravity, while gravitons are a proposed explanation for the quantum nature of gravity. It is possible that a more complete theory of gravity may incorporate both General Relativity and gravitons, but further research and experimentation are needed to confirm this.

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