A star orbiting our galaxy's supermassive black hole tests the limits of relativity

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Although general relativity (GR) is an elegant theory of gravity, we don't often need to use it. For most gravitational interactions, Newton's theory of universal gravitation works just fine. Newton's model is good enough to navigate spacecraft through the solar system and for mo

Although general relativity (GR) is an elegant theory of gravity, we don't often need to use it. For most gravitational interactions, Newton's theory of universal gravitation works just fine. Newton's model is good enough to navigate spacecraft through the solar system and for mo This story matters for Science & Discovery readers tracking certification. Reported by phys.org. Read the full original at the source link below.

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