Albert Einstein's Theory of Special Relativity revolutionized the concepts of time and space. It introduces the invariance of light speed, time dilation, length contraction, and mass-energy equivalence. These principles have reshaped physics, leading to the notion of a space-time continuum and influencing modern scientific advancements.
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The laws of physics are the same in all inertial frames of reference
The speed of light in a vacuum is constant at approximately 299,792,458 meters per second
Frames of reference characterized by either a state of rest or uniform motion, where the laws of physics apply uniformly
The slowing down of time for a moving object relative to an observer
The shortening of an object's length when it is moving at high speeds
The concept that mass and energy are interchangeable, as shown by the famous equation E=mc^2
The principle that the speed of light is constant, leading to a revision of classical concepts of velocity addition
The understanding that time and space are not absolute but are relative and interconnected in a four-dimensional space-time continuum
The theory only applies to inertial frames, leading to the development of the General Theory of Relativity to include gravity and accelerated frames of reference
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Consequence of constant light speed
Time dilation and length contraction occur, altering time and space perception at high velocities.
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Inertial frames of reference definition
Reference systems where no acceleration occurs, laws of physics remain consistent.
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Impact on Newtonian mechanics
Special Relativity challenges Newton's laws, showing limitations at relativistic speeds.
