Why do Scientists theorize about the Graviton Particle when Gravity is NOT a Force according to Einstein?

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The Hypothesis is that the Graviton could be the force carrier for gravity. But with the knowledge of Einsteins theory of relativity which states that Gravity is NOT a Force, wouldn’t the Graviton disprove Relativity or at least some aspects of it?

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Einstein’s theory says gravity is not a force but the bending of space-time. However, in quantum mechanics, everything’s about particles and forces. Gravitons come in here, thought of as the ‘force carrier’ for gravity. The big problem? These two theories, Einstein’s relativity and quantum mechanics, don’t play nice. So, scientists are still figuring this stuff out. It’s like trying to merge chess and checkers into a single game. We ain’t there yet.

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