Relativity Beyond Einstein

Science

Relativity Beyond Einstein

Unraveling the Mysteries of Time and Space

7 episodes50 min total

What you'll learn

Course outline

Episode 1: A Brief History of Relativity

Explore the historical evolution of the concept of relativity, from early thinkers to Einstein's groundbreaking theories that redefined physics and our understanding of t...

Episode 2: The Twin Paradox: Time Dilation Explained

Dive into the twin paradox, a fascinating thought experiment that illustrates time dilation—a core concept of relativity that challenges our understanding of time's const...

Episode 3: Curved Space: Gravity as Geometry

This episode explores how Einstein's theory of general relativity describes gravity not as a force but as a curvature in the fabric of space-time, altering how we perceiv...

Episode 4: Beyond the Speed of Light: Is Faster Possible?

Investigate the cosmic speed limit—light speed—and delve into theories and myths about faster-than-light travel and their implications on relativity and physics.

Episode 5: Black Holes: Relativity’s Strange Predictions

Unveil the mysterious world of black holes and how Einstein once doubted their existence, yet they became one of the most fascinating predictions of relativity.

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