curvature
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The cornea became one of the most promising targets because even small changes in its curvature can dramatically improve vision.
From Science Daily • May 28, 2026
This streamlined version—co-written with Leonard Mlodinow, a physicist and popular-science author—retains explanations of vital topics, such as the curvature of spacetime and Einstein’s theory of relativity, but dispenses with the drier sections.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026
According to team member Tifé Adegun, 28, who has scoliosis, or curvature of the spine, having such a varied range of competitors is a way to inspire others to get involved.
From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026
If this happens, spacetime curvature is no longer perfectly defined at every point.
From Science Daily • Mar. 9, 2026
In an unobstructed sky the clouds seem more massive, sometimes grandly reflecting the earth’s curvature on their concave undersides.
From "Into the Wild" by Jon Krakauer
Vocabulary lists containing curvature
Space Science (Astronomy) - Middle School
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