What are the basics of relativity in physics?

Thread starter sigr
Start date Nov 16, 2019

In summary, relativity in physics is a theory developed by Albert Einstein that explains the relationship between space and time. There are two types of relativity: special relativity, which deals with the laws of physics in non-accelerating frames of reference, and general relativity, which extends these laws to include accelerating frames. Some key concepts in relativity include the speed of light being the same for all observers, the curvature of spacetime by massive objects, and the concept of time dilation. Relativity has had a significant impact on our understanding of the universe and has been confirmed by numerous experiments.

Nov 16, 2019

sigr

How did you find PF?: google

Hi! I'm pretty new to the field of physics, but look forward to exploring! Currently I am reading about the theories of relativity, the special and the general, but got stuck fast, so here I am!