The Fabric of the Cosmos: Understanding Space-Time

Science

The Fabric of the Cosmos: Understanding Space-Time

Dive deep into the mysteries of the universe's structure.

5 episodes35 min total

What you'll learn

Course outline

Episode 1: What is Space-Time?

This episode introduces listeners to the fundamental concept of space-time, explaining its role as the four-dimensional continuum that fuses space and time. It provides t...

Episode 2: The Relativity of Time and Space

In this episode, we delve into Einstein's theory of relativity, breaking down how time and space are interconnected and how their relationships change depending on the ob...

Episode 3: Quantum Mechanics Meets Relativity

This episode explores the perplexing yet fascinating intersection of quantum mechanics and general relativity. It examines how physics attempts to reconcile the two and t...

Episode 4: The Expanding Universe

This episode delves into the cosmic phenomena that demonstrate the universe's expansion, such as redshift and cosmic microwave background radiation. It examines how these...

Episode 5: Black Holes and Space-Time Warping

In the final episode, we explore the extreme warping of space-time around black holes. Listeners will learn about the nature of black holes, event horizons, and the myste...

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