Einstein's Theory of Relativity

Beyond the Equation by Raúl Meléndez Robledo

S01 E01
10:04
Episode notes

Special Relativity (1905):

  • Introduce Albert Einstein’s first major breakthrough: the Theory of Special Relativity.
  • Key Concepts:
    • The Speed of Light is Constant: In all inertial frames of reference, the speed of light is the same, regardless of the motion of the observer or light source.
    • Time Dilation: Moving clocks tick more slowly compared to stationary ones (example: astronauts traveling at near-light speed).
    • Length Contraction: Objects moving at high speeds appear contracted along the direction of motion.
    • E=mc²: Mass and energy are interchangeable (the famous equation).
  • Examples: GPS satellites must account for time dilation due to their relat ... 
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