Quote by: Edward Witten

In Einstein's general relativity the structure of space can change but not its topology. Topology is the property of something that doesn't change when you bend it or stretch it as long as you don't break anything.


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Author Bio


  • NameEdward Witten
  • DescriptionAmerican theoretical physicist
  • BornAugust 26, 1951
  • CountryUnited States Of America
  • ProfessionMathematician; Physicist
  • AwardsFields Medal; MacArthur Fellows Program; Crafoord Prize