A Note on Tensionless Strings in M-Theory

Abstract

In this article we examine the appearance of tensionless strings in M-Theory. We subsequently interpret these tensionless strings in a String Theory context. In particular, we examine tensionless strings appearing in M-Theory on $S^1$, M-Theory on $S^1/{\mathbf{Z}}_2$, and M-Theory on $T^2$; we then interpret the appearance of such strings in a String Theory context. Then we reverse this process and examine the appearance of some tensionless strings in String Theory. Subsequently we interpret these tensionless strings in a M-Theory context.

17 Pages, 6 Postscript Figures, Uses harvmac.tex and epsf.tex