parameterized post-Newtonian theory

physics
Also known as: PPN theory

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gravity

  • gravitational lens
    In gravity: Field theories of gravitation

    …parameters; such formulations are called parameterized post-Newtonian (PPN) theories. There is now considerable experimental and observational evidence for limits to the parameters. So far, no deviation from general relativity has been demonstrated convincingly.

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