Eddington Experiment

The Eddington experiment, conducted during the 1919 solar eclipse, was a crucial test of Albert Einstein's theory of general relativity. It aimed to measure how light from distant stars bends around the sun due to its gravity. During the eclipse, astronomer Arthur Eddington observed star positions near the sun's edge. He found that their light appeared shifted, confirming Einstein's prediction that massive objects can warp space-time. This groundbreaking finding supported the idea that gravity affects not just physical objects but also the path of light, enhancing our understanding of the universe.