Contrary to how we perceive reality, spacetime is deflected through the lens of gravity

The Strange Universe of Gravitational Lensing PBS Space Time

Premiered June 16, 2016
The Strange Universe of Gravitational Lensing

In the world of our mind’s eye, light travels in a straight line. In reality, spacetime is deflected and magnified through the lens of gravity. Find out how this works and what it allows us to learn about our universe in this episode of Space Time.

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PBS Space Time

PBS Space Time explores the outer reaches of space, the craziness of astrophysics, the possibilities of sci-fi, and anything else you can think of beyond Planet Earth. Host Matt O'Dowd breaks down both the basic and incredibly complex sides of space and time.

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