Articles related to "Theory Of Relativity"
Albert Einstein (1879-1955)
When I was in junior high school we heard that Einstein had failed math in school. I am sure this was told in order to give us hope that if we had a hard time with a subject it didn't need to precede lifetime failure in that area. But the example was false. Einstein had a hard time in school, but it wasn't because he didn't know his math. White and Gribbin [see bibliography] address this same phenomenon in their preface: "...Writers have made allegations about Albert Einstein's life and character which do not so much suggest that the idol has feet of clay, but imply that it is entirely made of clay. This is surprising, not least because those allegations were made largely on the basis of the same documentary material available to us while we were writing our biography, and we found no evidence for such an extreme view. It has been claimed, for example, that Einstein...treated his children badly, and that he was solely to blame for the divorce from his first wife, who ought to have been given credit for helping him to develop the special theory of relativity. "All of these stories contain an element of truth.... But the suggestions that these aspects of his character dominated Einstein's entire life...if absurd. Yes, Einstein...was a distant father who did not have a close relationship with his children' yes, but putting his work first he did precipitate the divorce (but gave his ex-wife, Mileva, the financial proceeds of his Nobel Prize, on which she could live securely); yes, Mileva did help develop the special theory of relativity, but only by checking Albert's arithmetic. "...The most attractive aspect of the man is that he was not a cold, inhuman figure bent over a mass of scribbled calculations--there were many other facets to his personality. He was a man greatly preoccupied with politics, religion, philosophy, and the human condition. He was musical, widely read, and interested in all aspects of life."
• albert einstein • theoretical physica • theory of relativity • scientists • mathematics
When I was in junior high school we heard that Einstein had failed math in school. I am sure this was told in order to give us hope that if we had a hard time with a subject it didn't need to precede lifetime failure in that area. But the example was false. Einstein had a hard time in school, but it wasn't because he didn't know his math. White and Gribbin [see bibliography] address this same phenomenon in their preface: "...Writers have made allegations about Albert Einstein's life and character which do not so much suggest that the idol has feet of clay, but imply that it is entirely made of clay. This is surprising, not least because those allegations were made largely on the basis of the same documentary material available to us while we were writing our biography, and we found no evidence for such an extreme view. It has been claimed, for example, that Einstein...treated his children badly, and that he was solely to blame for the divorce from his first wife, who ought to have been given credit for helping him to develop the special theory of relativity. "All of these stories contain an element of truth.... But the suggestions that these aspects of his character dominated Einstein's entire life...if absurd. Yes, Einstein...was a distant father who did not have a close relationship with his children' yes, but putting his work first he did precipitate the divorce (but gave his ex-wife, Mileva, the financial proceeds of his Nobel Prize, on which she could live securely); yes, Mileva did help develop the special theory of relativity, but only by checking Albert's arithmetic. "...The most attractive aspect of the man is that he was not a cold, inhuman figure bent over a mass of scribbled calculations--there were many other facets to his personality. He was a man greatly preoccupied with politics, religion, philosophy, and the human condition. He was musical, widely read, and interested in all aspects of life."
• albert einstein • theoretical physica • theory of relativity • scientists • mathematics
Albert Einstein, Scientist
Brief biography of Albert Einstein, German-born Swiss-American mathematical physicist famous for Theory of Relativity with equation E=MC2.
• albert einstein • theory of relativity • einstein brief bio • e=mc2 • albert einstein scientist
Brief biography of Albert Einstein, German-born Swiss-American mathematical physicist famous for Theory of Relativity with equation E=MC2.
• albert einstein • theory of relativity • einstein brief bio • e=mc2 • albert einstein scientist
Einstein's General Relativity
Einstein's general theory of relativity expanded on the special theory, explained gravity, and predicted phenomena such as black holes and the expanding universe.
• einstein • general relativity • theory of relativity • gravity • principle of equivalence
Einstein's general theory of relativity expanded on the special theory, explained gravity, and predicted phenomena such as black holes and the expanding universe.
• einstein • general relativity • theory of relativity • gravity • principle of equivalence
A Survey of the Fourth Dimension
Treading a fine line between math, art and science, this capable, entertaining, and colorful book challenges the reader to begin to comprehend a fourth dimension.
• shadows of reality • fourth dimension • tony robbin • four dimensional art • pablo picasso
Treading a fine line between math, art and science, this capable, entertaining, and colorful book challenges the reader to begin to comprehend a fourth dimension.
• shadows of reality • fourth dimension • tony robbin • four dimensional art • pablo picasso
Einstein: His Life and Universe
Twentieth century icon, Albert Einstein, found himself the center of adulation and controversy, all because he came up with a not-so-simple little formula called E=MC².
• albert einstein • his life and universe • walter isaacson • twentieth century icon • einstein biography
Twentieth century icon, Albert Einstein, found himself the center of adulation and controversy, all because he came up with a not-so-simple little formula called E=MC².
• albert einstein • his life and universe • walter isaacson • twentieth century icon • einstein biography
Is the Universe Expanding
NASA proves the existence of Dark Matter. Scientific observations indicate the universe is infinitely expanding and quite open.
• expanding universe • big bang • dark matter • big crunch • big rip
NASA proves the existence of Dark Matter. Scientific observations indicate the universe is infinitely expanding and quite open.
• expanding universe • big bang • dark matter • big crunch • big rip
Peter Galison's Take on Relativity
Peter Galison's remarkable work on science at the end of the 19th century gives an entirely new and interesting take on the motives and methods behind relativity theory.
• peter galison • einstein's clocks • poincare's maps • albert einstein • henri poincare
Peter Galison's remarkable work on science at the end of the 19th century gives an entirely new and interesting take on the motives and methods behind relativity theory.
• peter galison • einstein's clocks • poincare's maps • albert einstein • henri poincare
Puzzles of the Elements
Think the periodic table of the elements is beyond boring? Perhaps you escaped it in high school. Either way, try these puzzles.
• periodic table of the elements • elements • alchemy • physical units • physics puzzle
Think the periodic table of the elements is beyond boring? Perhaps you escaped it in high school. Either way, try these puzzles.
• periodic table of the elements • elements • alchemy • physical units • physics puzzle
The Twin Paradox
In Special Relativity, will a moving person age slower than a stationary one? This is a question which has been tossed around for years, with very interesting results.
• twin paradox • albert einstein • time dilaton • special theory of relativity • synchronization
In Special Relativity, will a moving person age slower than a stationary one? This is a question which has been tossed around for years, with very interesting results.
• twin paradox • albert einstein • time dilaton • special theory of relativity • synchronization
Defining Quantum Mechanics
Quantum physics is recognized by many as one of the most difficult concepts in science. While this is surely true, it is not entirely beyond the grasp of the layman.
• what is quantum mechanics • albert einstein • theory of relativity • thomas young • uncertainty
Quantum physics is recognized by many as one of the most difficult concepts in science. While this is surely true, it is not entirely beyond the grasp of the layman.
• what is quantum mechanics • albert einstein • theory of relativity • thomas young • uncertainty
Everything I Think I See -- Part 1: The Science of Observing
You've probably heard people say, "Life is what you make of it." Or how about, "Life is but a dream." In the years to come, science might just prove them right. In Part 1 of 3, find out what quantum theory has to say about this interesting topic and how we may, in fact, create our own reality. It's all science that frequently makes its way into our favorite SF stories.
• quantum theory • quantum mechanics • multiple universes • the heisenberg uncertainty principle • max planck
You've probably heard people say, "Life is what you make of it." Or how about, "Life is but a dream." In the years to come, science might just prove them right. In Part 1 of 3, find out what quantum theory has to say about this interesting topic and how we may, in fact, create our own reality. It's all science that frequently makes its way into our favorite SF stories.
• quantum theory • quantum mechanics • multiple universes • the heisenberg uncertainty principle • max planck
Is Time Travel Possible?
Time Travel has been a favorite subject for science fiction enthusiasts. Yet scientists do have an idea on how it can be done. Some of these ideas will be discussed.
• time travel • possibility of time travel • travel to the future • travel to the past • future
Time Travel has been a favorite subject for science fiction enthusiasts. Yet scientists do have an idea on how it can be done. Some of these ideas will be discussed.
• time travel • possibility of time travel • travel to the future • travel to the past • future
Relativity and Bending Light
While many physicists would have believed it to be impossible, Albert Einstein's prediction that light could be bent by gravity acted to change the course of physics.
• bending of light • gravitational bending of light • light bending in general relativity • why does gravity cause light to bend • albert einstein
While many physicists would have believed it to be impossible, Albert Einstein's prediction that light could be bent by gravity acted to change the course of physics.
• bending of light • gravitational bending of light • light bending in general relativity • why does gravity cause light to bend • albert einstein