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The discovery of gravity was crucial because it provided a comprehensive framework for understanding how objects interact in the universe, laying the foundation for classical mechanics. Sir Isaac newton's formulation of the law of universal gravitation explained not only terrestrial phenomena, like falling objects, but also celestial movements, such as the orbits of planets. This unified understanding transformed science, enabling advances in various fields, including astronomy, physics, and engineering. Ultimately, the concept of gravity has shaped our comprehension of the cosmos and the laws governing motion.

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What was albert Einstein's important phase of fame?

Albert Einstein's important phase of fame came in 1915 when he introduced the general theory of relativity, revolutionizing our understanding of gravity and the universe. This led to him becoming a household name and one of the most influential scientists of the 20th century.


Why was the discovery of Einstein's Cross so important?

It proved that curvatures of light around black holes existed.


Why is Isaasc newton discovery gravity important?

Isaac Newton did not discover gravity. Practically everybody already knew that when you let go of something in your hand, it falls to the ground, and nobody paid any attention to the few who didn't know it. What Isaac Newton did was explain exactly how it works, with numbers. With that simple new knowledge, it was possible to explain how and why the moon revolves around the Earth, how the planets and comets revolve around the sun, and how to launch spacecraft that can carry people to the moon, land cameras on Mars, sail probes out of the solar system, and hang satellites up in the sky that can bring you 900 TV channels that have nothing on. Of course, if none of that is useful or interesting to you, then Newton's discovery wasn't important.


Why is gravity important for satellites?

"Gravity" is the cause of orbital motion. No gravity . . . no orbits, and things just sail away in straight lines. Without gravity, there's no such thing as a satellite of anything.


How does gravity affect our lives?

Without gravity we would HAVE NO LIVES. For instance, gravity keeps our Earth together; and gravity is an important component in making the Sun produce energy via nuclear fusion.