Exploring the Relationship Between Metric and Connection Fields in Einstein-Kartan Theory

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This chapter analyzes the technical aspects of general relativity, focusing on the derivation of curvature from the metric in Einstein-Kartan theory. It details the introduction of the torsion tensor as an independent component of the connection and delves into the implications of making torsion a non-propagating field. The discussion also touches on the historical context, skepticism towards avoiding singularities in gravity, and the perspective of quantum field theorists on torsion fields.

Welcome to the April 2024 Ask Me Anything episode of Mindscape! These monthly excursions are funded by Patreon supporters (who are also the ones asking the questions). We take questions asked by Patreons, whittle them down to a more manageable number -- based primarily on whether I have anything interesting to say about them, not whether the questions themselves are good -- and sometimes group them together if they are about a similar topic. Enjoy!

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