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Gravitational Lensing and Microlensing
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What is the primary cause of gravitational lensing?
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The curvature of spacetime
💡 Explanation:
Gravitational lensing is a phenomenon that occurs due to the curvature of spacetime caused by the presence of massive objects. This curvature bends the path of light, causing it to deviate from its original trajectory.