SPECIAL RELATIVITY
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Special Relativity.
Special Relativity - as a noun
A physical theory of relativity based on the assumption that the speed of light in a vacuum is a constant and the assumption that the laws of physics are invariant in all inertial systems
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
einstein's special theory of relativityspecial relativity theoryspecial theory of relativityExample Sentences
"One of the key principles of special relativity is that the laws of physics are the same for all observers."
"According to special relativity, the speed of light is constant in all inertial frames of reference."
"Einstein's theory of special relativity revolutionized our understanding of space and time."
"The theory of special relativity explains phenomena like length contraction and time dilation."
"The theory of special relativity explains the behavior of objects moving at speeds close to the speed of light."