Events occuring in 4D spacetime

In summary, events occurring in 4D spacetime refer to the combination of three spatial dimensions and one temporal dimension, where each event is defined by its position in space and time. This framework allows for a comprehensive understanding of how objects and phenomena interact and evolve over time. It emphasizes the interconnectedness of space and time, illustrating how the geometry of spacetime affects the motion of objects and the propagation of signals, leading to insights in both physics and cosmology.
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Homework Statement
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Relevant Equations
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I'm confused by part (c) and (d). I don't understand how the Lorentz formula can be used to find the axis. This is because they found the which is in terms of not . Does anybody else please see this subtle bit here?

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ChiralSuperfields said:
Homework Statement: Please see below
Relevant Equations: Please see below

I don't understand how the Lorentz formula ct′=γ(ct−vcx) can be used to find the ct′ axis.
It cannot. It is used to find the x’ axis - which by definition is ct’ = 0.
 
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