How does light behave around massive objects like stars?
Albert Einstein
How does light behave around massive objects like stars?
Imagine looking at a distant star through a massive cloud of gas and dust. You expect to see a straight line, but instead, the light bends as it passes through the cloud.
Light doesn't always travel in straight lines; massive objects can bend its path, making it seem like the light is taking a different route.
Example
If you shine a flashlight through a glass of water, the light bends at the water's surface.
Remember this
Massive objects can bend light, altering our perception of distance and direction.
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