Thermodynamics of Modified Theories of Gravity
Einstein’s equations are derived by following Jacobson’s thermodynamic method. It is seen that a family of possible field equations exist which satisfy the thermodynamic argument. Modified theories of gravity are addressed as possible candidates for replacing dark matter as an explanation for anom...
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VCU Scholars Compass
2010
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| Online Access: | http://scholarscompass.vcu.edu/etd/2143 http://scholarscompass.vcu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=3142&context=etd |