[Physics FAQ] - [Copyright]

Original by Chris Hillman, 1998.


What Are Some Possible Topics for Discussion on sci.physics.relativity?

Specific topics suitable for discussion in sci.physics.relativity include, but are not limited to, the following:

(SR) (cosmology) (astrophysics of GR) (mathematical background for GR) (GR) (connections with quantum field theory) (informed speculation on grand unifications) (miscellaneous)

Many of the above topics are likely to be completely unfamiliar to most newcomers--don't let that scare you off!  Relativity is a big, big subject, and you will find detailed suggestions for further reading and a "codebook" explaining some commonly used abbreviations for particular textbooks, such as MTW) in the FAQ.