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curvature

[kur-vuh-cher, -choor] / ˈkɜr və tʃər, -ˌtʃʊər /


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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

In contrast, compact surfaces such as spheres were thought to follow the rule, with metric and mean curvature fully determining their shape.

From Science Daily • Apr. 22, 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

Scientists also want to examine how well the textured film works on curved surfaces, since curvature can change the spacing between nanopillars.

From Science Daily • Apr. 22, 2026

Dusk was falling so quickly that it seemed you could almost sense the curvature of the earth arching away from the sun.

From "The Gene" by Siddhartha Mukherjee




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