Abstract
The generalized scalar-tensor (GST) theory is modified. In the modified GST theory, the cosmological term Λ is a function of the scalar field φ and of its time derivative φ2 as well. We obtain exact solutions for the scale factor, the scalar field and the cosmological term which evolves with a different dependence on time for each era of the universe. The cosmological 'constant' and flatness problems are examined in the simple case of a flat universe.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 2087-2096 |
Number of pages | 10 |
Journal | Classical and Quantum Gravity |
Volume | 18 |
Issue number | 11 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Jun 7 2001 |
All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes
- Physics and Astronomy (miscellaneous)